Ground Beef Risotto Recipe

Ingredients

• 1 lb ground beef
• 1 small onion, chopped, about 1/4 c.
• 2 clove garlic, finely chopped
• 1/4 tsp pepper
• 1 c uncooked arborio, or long grain, rice.
• 3-1/2 c beef broth
• 1/2 c carrot, shredded
• 1/2 c parmesan, shredded (it’s fine w/grated too)
• 3 Tbsp chives, fresh, chopped

Instructions

1. 1 In a 12“ nonstick skillet, cook beef, onion, garlic, and pepper over medium heat for 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally until beef is cooked through. Drain thoroughly.
2. 2 Stir in rice and cook for 2 minutes.
3. 3 Add in broth and heat to boiling. Reduce heat to medium-low; cover and simmer for 10 minutes.
4. 4 Stir in shredded carrot. Cook uncovered for 5-7 minutes or until liquid is absorbed.
5. 5 Remove skillet from heat. Stir in cheese. Cover and let stand for 3 minutes. Sprinkle with chives.