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10–12 Servings
Sides / Rice & Grain Specialties
In a heavy sauté pan, add half the butter. Sweat the chopped shallots and garlic until fragrant and soft.
Add 14 oz. Arborio rice to the pan and sauté for 5 to 6 minutes until the edges of the grains are translucent.
Add julienned carrots and red peppers, sautéing for 2-3 minutes. Deglaze the pan with 3 oz. white wine. Add 12 oz. prepared RC Hearty Foundations™ Reserve GF Chicken Base while stirring frequently until absorbed.
Continue adding stock using 12 oz. RC FlavorMatch® Vegetarian Chicken Flavored Base, stirring frequently until fully absorbed. Finally, add the remaining 8 oz. of the same Vegetarian Base, stirring until the rice is tender.
Stir in 2 oz. Parmesan cheese, 4 oz. RC Pesto Sauce, and season with black pepper. Finish by stirring in the remaining butter for extra shine, and serve immediately.
FlavorMatch® Versatility: Using RC FlavorMatch® Vegetarian Chicken Flavored Base allows you to achieve the traditional savory depth required for a classic risotto while remaining completely meat-free. It mimics the mouthfeel and roasted notes of poultry stock perfectly.
The "Cream" Factor: The starch release from the Arborio rice, combined with the final incorporation of Parmesan and the remaining butter, creates that signature Italian creamy texture without the need for excessive heavy cream.
Primavera Seasonal Variations: This base recipe is excellent for seasonal adaptations—simply swap the bell peppers and carrots for asparagus, English peas, or spring mushrooms depending on market availability.
