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risotto with peas

Risotto with peas

The Bella Vita
Creamy and comforting risotto with peas - a delicious Italian dish perfect for spring. Learn how to make this family-friendly.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Course Italian recipes
Cuisine Italian
Servings 4 portions

Ingredients
  

  • Vegetable or chicken broth as needed
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 onion finely chopped
  • 1 carrots peeled and finely chopped
  • 1 cup fresh or frozen peas
  • 1 cup Arborio rice
  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper

Instructions
 

  • Bring the broth to a simmer in a medium pot and keep it warm over low heat.
  • Heat the olive oil over medium-low heat in a large skillet. Add the chopped onion, carrots and sauté until softened, about 5-7 minutes.
  • Add the peas and 1-2 ladles of broth to the pan and cook for about 5 minutes over medium-high heat until the broth has evaporated.
  • Add the rice to the pan and toast for about 3 minutes. Gradually add the warm broth, a ladleful at a time, stirring often until the liquid is absorbed.
  • Continue this process, adding more broth, until the rice is al dente and the risotto has a creamy consistency, about 18-22 minutes.
  • Remove the pan from the heat and stir in the butter, basil, and Parmesan cheese until they are well combined.
  • Serve the risotto immediately, garnished with a sprinkle of parmesan cheese and fresh herbs.
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