Basic Microwave Risotto

Basic Microwave Risotto
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  • COOK TIME
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  • SERVING
    4 People
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Embrace the ease of this Microwave Risotto, a remarkably flexible dish perfect for those busy weeknights or when you need to clear out the fridge. Its forgiving nature means a little extra time won't ruin your meal, and it reheats beautifully, making it ideal for leftovers. Feel free to get creative with substitutions!

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Nutrition

  • Carbohydrate
    52 g
  • Cholesterol
    28 mg
  • Fiber
    2 g
  • Protein
    7 g
  • Saturated Fat
    7 g
  • Sodium
    333 mg
  • Sugar
    3 g
  • Fat
    11 g
  • Unsaturated Fat
    0 g

DIRECTIONS

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Recipe View 3 mins In a 3-quart microwave-safe casserole dish, combine the butter, minced garlic, and chopped onion. Microwave on high for 3 minutes.

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Recipe View 2 mins In a separate microwave-safe dish, heat the vegetable broth until hot but not boiling (approximately 2 minutes).

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Recipe View 6 mins Stir the Arborio rice and heated broth into the casserole dish with the butter, garlic, and onion mixture. Cover the dish tightly and microwave on high for 6 minutes.

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Recipe View 10 mins Stir in the white wine. Microwave on high for an additional 10 minutes, or until most of the liquid has been absorbed. Stir in the grated Parmesan cheese and serve immediately.

For a richer flavor, use homemade vegetable broth.
If you don't have white wine on hand, apple juice or white grape juice work as excellent substitutes.
Feel free to add other vegetables like mushrooms, peas, or asparagus during the last 5 minutes of cooking for added flavor and nutrition.
For a dairy-free version, substitute olive oil for butter and nutritional yeast for Parmesan cheese.

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RECIPE REVIEWS

Avarage Rating: 4.6/ 5 ( 273 Ratings)
Total Reviews: (3)
  • Andy Morissette

    I was skeptical about microwave risotto, but this recipe is a game-changer! So quick and easy.

  • Rogers Jacobi

    Great base recipe! I added some roasted vegetables and it was delicious.

  • Elise Hills

    My family loved it. It's now a regular in our dinner rotation!

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