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Nutrition Facts
Serving Size 1 (225g) Recipe makes 4 servings
Calories 270
Calories from Fat 106		(39%)
Amount Per Serving		%DV
	Total Fat 11.8g	18%
	Saturated Fat 7.1g	35%
	Monounsaturated Fat 3.3g
	Polyunsaturated Fat 0.6g
	Trans Fat 0.0g
Cholesterol 30mg		10%
Sodium 524mg		21%
Potassium 156mg		4%
Total Carbohydrate 32.2g		10%
	Dietary Fiber 1.3g	5%
	Sugars 1.1g
Protein 8.0g		16%
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By: KITTENCAL
May 3, 2005

This rice is like the real risotto, but takes much less time to prepare, if you prefer it more cheesy taste then add in more Parmesan cheese, I advise that you really be careful when adding the salt as the Parmesan already has a lot of salt content, but load up on freshly ground black pepper, this rice will become a favorite of yours, it is so good --- this is not a recipe for a fluffy rice, it is more on the creamy style similar to risotto, I most always add about 1 heaping tablespoon of minced fresh garlic in with the chopped onion but that is optional, really you can add in whatever you like to this, I have even added in peas

SERVES 4 (change servings and units)

Ingredients

3 tablespoons butter (no subs please!)
1 small onion, finely chopped
1 tablespoon minced fresh garlic (optional)
3/4 cup short grain arborio rice
1 (14 ounce) can good quality chicken broth
1/2 cup water
1/3 cup grated parmesan cheese
1/2 teaspoon dried Italian seasoning
salt and pepper

Directions

1
In a medium skillet, melt the butter over medium heat.
2
Add in the chopped onion and fresh garlic (if using); saute for about 3-4 minutes, or until soft but not brown.
3
Add in the rice; cook/stir for 3 minutes, stirring constantly.
4
Add in the remaining ingredients; bring to a boil.
5
Cover, reduce the heat to medium-low, and simmer for about 15-20 minutes, or until all of the liquid is absorbed, and the rice is tender.
6
Delicious!

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From: Misa

On Apr 20, 2009

Very easy, and the results were tasty. Honestly, I was a bit scared after following step four (throwing in the Parm this early instead of the end) - when the cheese instantly melted and was stringy, I just knew I had did something wrong. I panicked for no reason - I gave it a quick stir about 10 minutes in, and it came out perfect in the end. I'll be adding this to my repetoire - thanks, Kitten!

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From: GA Mommy

On Mar 10, 2009

Excellent! love having the risotto-like results without cooking on a hot stove for a long amount of time, especially when I want to make this for a summer dinner.

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From: puppitypup

On Aug 16, 2008

Loved it! Another keeper from Kitten! This tasted just like Risotto but it was so quick and easy, wow! I used the cheap parmesan cheese in the green can which I was a little worried about, but the rice tasted like we were at a fine Italian ristorante. Made for Zaar Stars Tag, please see my rating system as I rate tougher than most.

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From: bobo3039

On Aug 7, 2007

Easy and very good. I love risotto too, but didn't want to stand over the stove in 90 degree heat. Used a vegetable broth in mine and oregano in place of the Italian seasoning.

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