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Andrew's Herb Risotto

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Arborio rice simmered with onion, bell pepper, garlic and fresh herbs like mint and rosemary.

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Italian-Style Swiss Chard

Submitted by: karen
Home Town: Portola Valley, California, USA
Swiss chard is a staple in many European kitchens, this Italian family recipe is easy to prepare and amazingly flavorful for so few ingredients. With garlic and red pepper, these greens are a delicious and nutrient rich side dish for any meal. 
5 stars: 2 ratings
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Prawn and Pine Nut Risotto

Submitted by: phuong
A delicious concoction of prawns and pine nuts with a hint of chile pepper. The addition of carrots give a little added crunch and color. If you take your time and stir constantly, you'll end up with the creamiest, tastiest risotto ever! 
4.56 stars: 9 ratings
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Shiitake and Baby Bella Mushroom Risotto

Submitted by: WAIX0713
Home Town: Miami, Florida, USA
Living In: Atlanta, Georgia, USA
Shiitake and cremini mushrooms pair up with fresh thyme in this rich, vegetarian risotto. It takes time, but good risotto is always worth the effort! 

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Green Risotto with Fava Beans

Submitted by: DJ Williams
Risotto flavored with fava beans, onion, broth and white wine. Can be made with either chicken broth or vegetable broth. 
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Crispy Zucchini or Pumpkin Blossoms

Submitted by: Domenica
My italian grandmother makes these every year when the zucchini in her garden start to blossom. She is Sicilian and calls them 'cripelli' Its sort of like a fritter and so yummy. As an alternative, you could also chop up the blossoms and mix them up in the batter and drop by teaspoons into the hot oil 
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Prawn and Pine Nut Risotto

Submitted by: phuong
A delicious concoction of prawns and pine nuts with a hint of chile pepper. The addition of carrots give a little added crunch and color. If you take your time and stir constantly, you'll end up with the creamiest, tastiest risotto ever! 
 
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