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Sweet Corn Risotto

Sweet Corn Risotto

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Sweet Corn Risotto is a delightful dish that captures the essence of summer with its creamy texture and vibrant flavors. This recipe showcases fresh sweet corn, utilizing the entire cob for maximum flavor while maintaining a comforting, rich consistency. Perfect for family dinners or casual gatherings, this risotto can be paired with turkey strips or enjoyed as a standalone meal. Its simplicity and versatility allow you to easily customize it to your taste, making it an ideal choice for any occasion. Whether you’re a seasoned cook or a beginner in the kitchen, this dish promises to impress!

Ingredients

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  • 7 cups vegetable stock
  • 3 ears sweet corn (kernels removed)
  • 1 sweet onion (diced)
  • 4 ½ tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 1 ¼ cups arborio rice
  • ½ cup dry apple vinegar
  • 1 orange bell pepper (diced)
  • 1 cup grated parmesan cheese
  • Turkey strips (for topping)

Instructions

  1. Prepare vegetable stock by simmering vegetable broth with spent corn cobs and bay leaf in a large pot.
  2. In a heavy-bottomed pot, melt 3 tablespoons of butter over medium heat. Add diced onion and cook until soft.
  3. Stir in garlic and arborio rice; toast for about 2 minutes.
  4. Deglaze with apple vinegar and stir until evaporated.
  5. Add kernels from two ears of sweet corn and bell pepper; mix well.
  6. Gradually add warm stock, one cup at a time, stirring frequently until absorbed (20-25 minutes total).
  7. Cook turkey strips in remaining butter until crispy; mix in remaining corn and garlic.
  8. Stir final butter and parmesan into risotto; season to taste before serving topped with turkey mixture.

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