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Creamy Lemon-Asparagus Risotto

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I have been making this recipe for over a year now. I use zest and juice from a whole lemon and about a pound of aparagus. The flavors are strong but that's just the way we...read more

posted by

A_Huskey

on 2/6/2010

time

prep:

10 min

total:

20 min

servings

total:

6 servings

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What You Need

onion, finely chopped

Tbsp. olive oil

cups instant white rice, uncooked

1/2

lb. fresh asparagus spears, cut into 2-inch lengths

cups chicken broth

Tbsp. PHILADELPHIA 1/3 Less Fat than Cream Cheese

Zest and juice from 1/2 lemon

Make It

COOK onions in hot oil in large skillet on medium heat 2 min. or until tender.

STIR in rice, asparagus and broth. Bring to boil; simmer on low heat 5 min.

ADD reduced-fat cream cheese, lemon zest and juice; cook until cream cheese is melted and mixture is well blended, stirring constantly.

Kraft Kitchens Tips

How to Shop For Fresh Asparagus

Examine tips of asparagus for signs of freshness. The tips should be closed and not too dry. A wrinkle in the stem or breaking down of the tip identifies old asparagus.

Serving Suggestion

Serve this risotto with grilled chicken or shrimp.

Substitute

Substitute 1/2 cup dry white wine for an equal amount of broth.

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dwestp01

posted:12/30/2011

My bad-while copying this recipe I realized that I used long cooking rice instead of instant, which would explain why the rice wasn't done!

A_Huskey

posted:2/6/2010

I have been making this recipe for over a year now. I use zest and juice from a whole lemon and about a pound of aparagus. The flavors are strong but that's just the way we like it! Add the lemon juice before putting in the cream cheese to distribute the flavor more evenly. I always nuke the cream cheese for 10-15 seconds before adding it so that I don't get any lumps.

mnmmichelle

posted:9/16/2009

So tasty! Added a little fresh grated parmesan cheese.

theniquee

posted:9/14/2009

Really good and pretty easy! It needs a little salt and pepper, but otherwise it's delicious. My husband and one-year-old loved it.

acraaybeek

posted:7/8/2009

I made the rice ahead in a rice cooker, and it turned out Great! Will definitely make this recipe again

asia911

posted:3/27/2009

Excellent! I omitted lemon and asparagus & it's still great tasting!

dreshers01

posted:3/6/2009

I thought this was a nice twist to just having regular rice at the dinner table. My family loves rice, and it's nice to find a new recipe. We loved the creamy lemon flavor. The kids weren't hot about the asparagus though.

a cook

posted:2/3/2009

The rice never cooked and remained crunchy, although I followed the recipe exactly. Even after adding water, the rice never cooked. I ended up throwing out the entire pan!

tanyadwan1

posted:12/20/2008

I made this for my in-laws and they loved it! Always a good thing!

jangier

posted:12/6/2008

I thought this tasted amazing, loved the creamy texture and hint of lemon. Best part is that it is super easy and takes no time at all. Great week night meal!