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Sweet Corn Risotto

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Light and creamy risotto bursting with sweet summer corn, perfect for al-fresco dining. :contentReference[oaicite:0]{index=0}

Ingredients

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  • 3 ears of corn, shucked
  • 2 tbsp olive oil, divided
  • 6 tbsp cold unsalted butter, divided
  • 1⁄3 cup heavy cream
  • 6 cups chicken or vegetable broth
  • 2 shallots, minced
  • 1 ½ cups arborio rice
  • Salt and freshly ground white pepper, to taste
  • ½ cup dry white wine
  • ½ cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese, plus more for serving
  • Fresh basil, for garnishing

Instructions

  1. Cut kernels from the cobs. Heat 1 tbsp olive oil and 2 tbsp butter in a heavy skillet over medium heat; sauté corn until tender, about 2 minutes.
  2. Remove from heat; transfer one-third of the corn to a blender and reserve the rest in a bowl.
  3. Add heavy cream to the blender and purée until smooth; set creamed corn aside.
  4. Warm the broth in a saucepan and keep it at a bare simmer.
  5. Return skillet to medium heat with remaining olive oil and 2 tbsp butter; sauté minced shallots until softened, 1–2 minutes.
  6. Stir in arborio rice to coat; toast 1 minute. Season lightly with salt and white pepper, pour in white wine, and cook until absorbed.
  7. Add broth one ladle at a time, stirring occasionally and allowing each addition to be absorbed before the next, until rice is al dente, 17–20 minutes.
  8. Off heat, stir in remaining butter and Parmesan until glossy and emulsified.
  9. Fold in creamed corn and reserved kernels; season to taste.
  10. Garnish with fresh basil and serve immediately.

Notes

  • For easy kernel removal, stand each cob on an inverted small bowl set inside a larger bowl to catch the corn.
  • To make ahead, cook risotto halfway, spread on a sheet pan to cool, refrigerate up to 3 days, then finish cooking before serving.
  • Reheat leftovers gently on the stove with a splash of broth or cream and a knob of butter; freezing is not recommended.

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Keywords: sweet corn risotto, creamy corn rice, summer risotto, Italian vegetarian

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