Pesto Risotto With Shrimp

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Cook up to 8 Cups of Rice and Steam Food Simultaneously

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Pesto Risotto With Shrimp Recipe

This Pesto Risotto with Shrimp is a delicious and filling meal that is suitable for any occasion. The flavorful and hearty risotto is flavored with basil pesto and loaded with tender shrimp.

Ingredients

• 1/2 cup prepared basil pesto
• 5 cups broth (chicken or vegetable)
• 1/2 cup finely chopped onion
• 1/2 cup dry white wine
• 1/4 cup unsalted butter
• 1 1/2 cups arborio rice
• 1 pound peeled and deveined shrimp
• 1/2 cup grated parmesan cheese
• Season with salt and pepper to taste

Time Needed

• Prep Time: 10 minutes
• Cook Time: 30 minutes
• Total Time: 40 minutes

Instructions

• Bring the broth to a simmer in a large pot.
• Melt the butter in a separate large pot over medium heat.
• Cook until the onion is softened, about 5 minutes.
• Stir the rice in the pot to coat it with the butter.
• Stir in the white wine until it is completely absorbed.
• Pour a ladle of the simmering broth over the rice and stir until absorbed.
• Continue to add broth one ladleful at a time, stirring constantly and waiting for it to be absorbed before adding more.
• The rice should be tender but still slightly firm to the bite after about 18-20 minutes.
• Cook until the shrimp are pink and cooked through, about 2-3 minutes.
• Stir in the pesto and Parmesan cheese until completely combined.
• Season to taste with salt and pepper.
• Serve immediately.

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