Spinach Parmesan Risotto

Serves 4
Diabetic Friendly/Sugar Free

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Ingredients

1 cup Carolina® Brown Rice (Whole Grain)
1 tsp olive oil
1 Tbsp shallot, chopped fine
1 Tbsp garlic, chopped fine
1 1/2 cups fresh baby spinach leaves, chopped
1/2 cup low sodium chicken broth, heated
1/2 cup evaporated skim milk
1/2 cup fresh basil leaves, chopped
1/2 cup Parmesan cheese, grated
1 tsp lemon zest
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Directions

Prepare rice per package directions.
 
Heat oil in a medium saucepan over medium heat.  Add shallot, garlic and sauté 1 minute.  Stir in spinach and chicken broth and cook, stirring frequently, for 2 minutes.  Add rice and evaporated milk.  Stir constantly until mixture is creamy, about 5 minutes.  Remove from heat and stir in basil, Parmesan cheese and lemon zest.  Serve immediately.

Nutritional Info

Calories: 240 /serving

Total fat: 3 g

Sat. fat: 1 g

Cholesterol: 10 mg

Sodium: 390 mg

Carbohydrates: 41 g

Fiber: <1 g

Protein: 12 g

Sugars: 4 g