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Risotto with Asparagus and Morel Ragoût

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Risotto with Asparagus and Morel Ragoût

Risotto with Asparagus and Morel Ragoût

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Equipment

  • Chef's Knife - Essential for chopping asparagus and other ingredients efficiently and safely.

  • Nonstick Skillet - Ideal for sautéing onions, garlic, and mushrooms that form the base of this dish without sticking.

  • Heavy-Bottomed Saucepan - Crucial for cooking risotto to achieve the perfect texture, even heat distribution helps avoid burning.

  • Ladle - A must-have for stirring risotto and serving the dish without spilling it.

  • Wooden Spoon - Another essential tool for stirring risotto and ensuring even cooking without scratching the pan's surface.

  • Measuring Cup - Useful for precisely measuring ingredients like rice and broth to maintain the dish's consistency.

  • Rice Cooker - Offers a quick and even cooking method for the risotto rice, ensuring perfectly al dente grains every time.

  • Blender - For making the morel ragout smooth by pureeing the mushrooms and other ingredients.

  • Asparagus Peeler - To remove the tough outer layer of asparagus before cooking, making them easier to eat and digest.

  • Digital Thermometer - Ensures the risotto rice is perfectly cooked to al dente by measuring its internal temperature accurately.

Ingredients

  • 3/4 oz dried morel mushrooms (1 cup) or 1/4 lb fresh

  • 6 1/2 cups reduced-sodium chicken broth (52 fl oz)

  • 2 cups water

  • 1 lb medium asparagus, trimmed and cut diagonally into 1-inch-long pieces (about 3 cups)

  • 1/2 small onion, finely chopped (1/3 cup)

  • 2 tablespoons olive oil

  • 2 cups Arborio rice (about 13 oz)

  • 1/2 cup dry white wine

  • 2/3 cup finely grated Parmigiano-Reggiano (1 1/4 oz) plus additional for serving

  • 1/2 teaspoon salt

  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper

  • 1/2 stick (1/4 cup) unsalted butter, cut into tablespoon pieces

  • 1 teaspoon finely chopped garlic

  • 1/2 cup frozen baby peas

  • 1 teaspoon finely grated fresh lemon zest

  • 2 teaspoons chopped fresh chives

Instructions

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Instruction 1

If using dried morels, soak in warm water to cover 30 minutes. Agitate dried morels in soaking water or fresh morels in cold water to dislodge grit, then lift from water, squeezing out excess. Pat dry with paper towels. Cut morels (fresh or dried) crosswise into 1/4-inch-thick slices.
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Instruction 2

Bring broth and water to a boil in a 4-quart pot. Add asparagus and cook, uncovered, stirring occasionally, until crisp-tender, 3 to 4 minutes. Transfer asparagus with a slotted spoon to a large bowl of ice and cold water to stop cooking, then drain and pat dry. Reserve 1 cup broth mixture for ragout and keep remaining broth at a bare simmer.
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Instruction 3

Cook onion in oil in a 5- to 6-quart heavy pot over moderate heat, stirring, until softened, about 3 minutes. Add rice and cook, stirring constantly, 1 minute. Add wine and simmer briskly, stirring constantly, until absorbed, about 1 minute. Add 1/2 cup hot broth mixture and simmer briskly, stirring constantly, until broth is absorbed. Continue simmering and adding hot broth mixture, about 1/2 cup at a time, stirring constantly and letting each addition be absorbed before adding the next, until rice is just tender and creamy-looking, 18 to 22 minutes. (There will be leftover broth mixture. Reserve for thinning risotto.)
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Instruction 4

Stir cheese, 1/4 teaspoon salt, and 1/4 teaspoon pepper into risotto, then remove from heat and let stand, covered, while making ragout.
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Instruction 5

Heat 2 tablespoons butter in a 10-inch heavy skillet over moderately high heat until foam subsides, then sauté morels and garlic, stirring occasionally, until garlic is pale golden, about 4 minutes. Pour in 1 cup reserved broth and bring to a boil. Stir in peas, asparagus, zest, and remaining 1/4 teaspoon salt and 1/4 teaspoon pepper and simmer, stirring occasionally, until vegetables are heated through, about 2 minutes. Remove from heat and add remaining 2 tablespoons butter, swirling skillet until butter is incorporated, then season ragout with salt and pepper.
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Instruction 6

Thin risotto to desired consistency with some of leftover broth and season with salt and pepper. Divide risotto among 4 shallow bowls. Spoon asparagus and morel ragout (with liquid) on top and sprinkle with chives.
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