Baked Risotto

Directions

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   Preheat the oven to 375F.
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   Combine the rice with the stock, 1 cup water, and the garlic in a 2-quart casserole.
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   Cover and bake for 1 hour, stirring every 15 minutes.
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   At the third stirring, stir in 1 cup water.
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   When done, the rice should have a tender and creamy texture.
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   Stir in the vegetable, and let the risotto stand for 5 minutes before serving.
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   Pass around the Parmesan cheese for topping.
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   If youre familiar with this dish, you probably think of constant standing and stirring, since that is, in fact, how risotto is traditionally made.
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   Preparing risotto is actually not that difficult, and its a great exercise in mindful cooking, but this process may not appeal to everyone.
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    If you want to experience this great Italian comfort food, heres an easier way.
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    In this baked version, you just throw everything into a casserole dish and put it in the oven, stirring once every 15 minutes.
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    The results are terrific, and while you enjoy the aroma permeating from the oven, you can relax and listen to opera with a glass of wine in hand.
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    Baked Risotto (this page)
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    White Bean and Dried Tomato Spread (page 239)
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    Fresh Italian bread
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    Bountiful tossed salad
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    Calories: 144
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    Total Fat: 0g
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    Protein: 4g
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    Carbohydrate: 30g
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    Cholesterol: 0mg
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    Sodium: 100mg