CREAMY PESTO RISOTTO

This Pesto Risotto Recipe comes out ultra creamy, is full of fresh basil flavor, and even better than you get at the restaurant!

yield

time

6

35 Minutes

Oil

Salt

Parmesan Cheese

Pepper

Warm the broth in a pot. Sauté onions in a large pot. Add garlic and continue sautéing for another minute. Add rice and stir.

1

Slowly add small amounts of warmed broth, letting each addition absorb completely before adding more. Stir continuously.

2

During the last few minutes of cooking, mix in the basil pesto, Parmesan cheese, lemon juice, salt, and black pepper.

3

Serve with additional Parmesan cheese, toasted pine nuts, fresh basil and lemon zest. Enjoy!

4

How To Store Risotto?

FAQ

Keep risotto in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 to 5 days. Keep in mind this might be less with meat or seafood.

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