Creamy Fennel Parmesan Risotto
Creamy Fennel Parmesan Risotto layers the gentle sweetness of fennel with the velvety richness of Arborio rice and a lush finish of heavy cream. Parmesan adds a nutty depth while vegetable broth keeps it comforting and meatless, perfect for a cozy dinner or an elegant side at a gathering.
- Prep15 min
- Cook25 min
- Serves6
- DifficultyMedium
- 1
Trim the bases from the fennel bulbs, then cut a cone from the bases to remove the cores. Slice the fennel bulbs lengthwise into 1/4-inch thick slices.
- 2
Melt butter in a heavy-bottomed stock pot over medium heat. Add the fennel and the onion; cook for 2 minutes.
- 3
Stir in the rice; cook for 2 minutes, stirring constantly, until the rice is lightly toasted.
- 4
Stir in 1 cup vegetable broth; keep stirring until the liquid is almost fully absorbed. Repeat with the remaining broth, stirring constantly. Adding the broth should take 15 to 20 minutes.
- 5
Stir in the cream, 3 tablespoons Parmesan cheese, and the parsley; cook until the rice is tender yet slightly firm and the risotto is thick and creamy. Season with black pepper. Divide the risotto among bowls; sprinkle with the remaining 3 tablespoons Parmesan cheese.
- Calories 439.88 kcal High
- Protein 7.43 g Moderate
- Carbs 57.88 g Moderate
- Total Fat 17.58 g High
- Saturated Fat 10.57 g High
- Trans Fat 0.0 g Low Source
- Cholesterol 50.53 mg Moderate
- Sodium 992.38 mg High
- Fiber 2.34 g Low Source
- Sugar 1.66 g Low Source
- Added Sugar 0.0 g Low Source
- Calcium 110.66 mg Low Source
- Iron 3.18 mg Moderate
- Potassium 180.68 mg Low Source
- Vitamin A 44.33 mcg_rae Low Source
- Vitamin C 2.46 mg Low Source
- Vitamin D 0.0 mcg Low Source
Values are per serving. Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000-calorie diet.
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- Wheat 🌾
- Gluten
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