Mushroom & Asparagus Risotto

This is a great recipe, its filling and delicious and it doesn't leaving you feeling heavy. This is a great meat free recipe that is great for Vegetarians and Vegans, or just anybody wanting a meat free meal. This serves 4 people as a main meal or 8 as a side dish.

Ingredients -

1 tablespoon Olive Oil
1 Onion finely chopped
1.5 cups chopped Asparagus spears
1.5 cups Mushrooms sliced
1.5 cups Arborio Rice
4 cups Chicken Flavored Stock or Vegetable stock
Salt - to taste

Method -

1. Saute` Vegetables in olive oil over medium heat until they are softened (do not allow to brown)
2. Add rice and saute` for 1-2 minutes (also, do not allow to brown)'
3. Add 1 cup of vegetable stock and stir regularly until stock is absorbed.
4. Add another cup of  stock, continue to stir.
5. Continue adding stock in 1 cup addition and regularly stirring until rice is cooked through
6.You may need a little more or a little less than 4 cups.
7. When the rice is cooked, serve immediately.

The regular stirring releases starches in the rice that produce a thick and creamy sauce that bathes each rice grain. With a little effort you can create a delicious and healthy meal that is kind on the budget and the body.

If you are following the Weight Watchers plan this meal is only 7 Pro-points (Points Plus) per serve.

Enjoy!!