Spring Barley Risotto


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Nutritional Info
  • Servings Per Recipe: 4
  • Amount Per Serving
  • Calories: 395.1
  • Total Fat: 11.8 g
  • Cholesterol: 12.1 mg
  • Sodium: 755.6 mg
  • Total Carbs: 54.3 g
  • Dietary Fiber: 12.9 g
  • Protein: 16.6 g

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Introduction

From Martha Stewart From Martha Stewart
Number of Servings: 4

Ingredients

    * 2 tablespoons olive oil
    * 1 cup pearled barley
    * 2 leeks, white and light-green parts only, thinly sliced
    * 1/2 cup dry white wine or water
    * Coarse salt and freshly ground pepper
    * 14 1/2 ounces vegetable broth
    * 1 bunch asparagus (about 1 pound), trimmed and cut on bias into 2-inch pieces
    * 1 box (10 ounces) frozen peas, defrosted
    * 1/2 cup fresh grated Parmesan
    * 1/4 cup thinly sliced mint leaves, plus small leaves for garnish

Directions

1. In a large saucepan, heat oil over medium. Add barley and leeks; cook until beginning to soften, 5 to 7 minutes. Add wine; cook until evaporated, about 5 minutes. Add 2 cups water; bring to a boil and season with salt and pepper. Reduce heat; simmer until liquid absorbs, about 10 minutes.
2. Add broth and continue to cook, stirring occasionally, until barley is tender and creamy, about 10 minutes. Add asparagus; cook until tender, about 5 minutes. Stir in peas until heated through. Add Parmesan and mint; season with salt and pepper. Garnish with mint leaves.


Number of Servings: 4

Recipe submitted by SparkPeople user AVALONCHIC.

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    Incredible!
    Fantastic and healthy! - 6/4/13