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Sweet Corn Risotto

Sweet Corn Risotto
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If you’re craving a comforting dish packed with the vibrant flavors of summer, this Sweet Corn Risotto is your answer. Creamy and rich, it showcases the natural sweetness of fresh corn while offering a satisfying texture. Perfect for both weeknight dinners and family gatherings, this risotto allows you to savor every last bite of summer’s bounty. Utilizing every part of the corn cob, the dish is not only delicious but also resourceful. Whether enjoyed as a stand-alone meal or enhanced with sautéed turkey strips, this risotto is sure to become a staple in your kitchen.

Ingredients

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  • 7 cups vegetable stock or broth
  • 1 dried bay leaf
  • 3 ears sweet corn (kernels sliced off)
  • 4 1/2 tablespoons unsalted butter (divided)
  • 1 sweet onion (diced)
  • 3 cloves garlic (finely chopped or grated)
  • 1 1/4 cups arborio rice
  • 1/2 cup dry, unoaked white grape juice
  • 1 orange bell pepper (diced)
  • 4 ounces diced turkey strips (optional)
  • Kosher salt & ground black pepper (to season)

Instructions

  1. In a large pot, combine vegetable broth, spent corn cobs, and a bay leaf; bring to a simmer.
  2. In another pot, heat 3 tablespoons of butter over medium heat. Sauté diced onion until softened, then add minced garlic.
  3. Stir in arborio rice and toast for 2-3 minutes.
  4. Deglaze with dry grape juice and add corn kernels and diced bell pepper.
  5. Gradually add warm broth one ladle at a time, stirring frequently until absorbed.
  6. If using turkey strips, sauté in remaining butter until crispy.
  7. Once rice is al dente, stir in remaining butter and optional parmesan cheese before serving.

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