Summer Risotto With Templegall

Method

1. Pour the stock into a saucepan and bring to steady simmer.
2. Add the asparagus and peas and cook until the asparagus are tender when pierced with a fork, approximately 5 minutes.
3. Drain using a slotted spoon to a bowl of ice water.
4. Add 50g butter and the olive oil in a large frying pan, add the onion and gently fry for about 10 minutes until softened. Add the rice and stir until it is coated.
5. Pour in the white wine and let it bubble until nearly evaporated, then start adding the warm stock, about two ladlefuls at a time, allowing it to be absorbed before adding more. Continue to add the stock and stir regularly until the rice is tender and has a creamy coating. This should take about 15-20 minutes.
6. Add the remaining butter, grated cheese, lemon juice and zest, peas and asparagus (keeping back some for garnish) and gently stir though. Season to taste with salt and black pepper.
7. Serve immediately with a drizzle of extra virgin olive oil, cheese shavings and rocket leaves.

• Summer

Ingredients

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