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Beet Risotto with Goat Cheese

Irresistibly Creamy Beet Risotto with Goat Cheese Delight

A gourmet yet simple dish that combines earthy beets and creamy goat cheese for a comforting beet risotto.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 4 servings
Course: DINNER
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 350

Ingredients
  

For the Risotto
  • 2 medium beets Roasted and pureed
  • 4 cups bone broth Or vegetable broth
  • 1 cup water Adjusts consistency
  • 1 medium onion Finely chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic Minced
  • 2 tablespoons butter Adds richness
  • 1 cup Arborio rice Key ingredient for risotto
  • 1/2 cup dry vermouth Or dry white wine
  • 2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar Enhances flavor
  • 1 teaspoon salt Enhances overall flavor
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper Offers mild heat
For the Topping
  • 4 ounces goat cheese Crumble for topping
  • 2 tablespoons fresh dill Chopped for garnish

Equipment

  • Oven
  • saucepan
  • Large pot
  • Blender
  • Foil

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. Preheat your oven to 425°F. Wrap the medium beets in foil and roast them for about 1.5 hours, or until tender. Once cool, peel two beets and blend into a smooth puree, and cube the remaining beet.
  2. In a saucepan, heat the bone broth and water until gently simmering.
  3. In a large pot, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and garlic, sauté until softened, about 3-5 minutes.
  4. Stir in the Arborio rice for about 1 minute until edges become translucent.
  5. Pour in the dry vermouth and stir until absorbed.
  6. Gradually add warm broth one ladle at a time, stirring constantly until absorbed, about 18-22 minutes.
  7. Fold in the diced beets, beet puree, balsamic vinegar, salt, and black pepper.
  8. Spoon the risotto onto plates and top with crumbled goat cheese and chopped dill.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 50gProtein: 10gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 9gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 25mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 4gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 2mg

Notes

For best flavor, garnish with extra dill or balsamic glaze.

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