Risotto al Limone

Ingredients

• 1 cup cup Arborio rice
• 2 cups Chicken broth
• 1 teaspoon Lemon zest
• 2 tablespoons Lemon juice
• 2 tablespoons Unsalted butter
• 1/4 cup Parmesan cheese, grated
• 1 tablespoon Olive oil
• to taste Salt(optional)
• to taste Black pepper(optional)

Instructions

1. 1

   Heat the olive oil in a saucepan over medium heat, add the Arborio rice and stir for 1 minute until lightly toasted.

2. 2

   Add the lemon zest and juice, then begin adding the warm chicken broth a ladleful at a time, stirring constantly and allowing each addition to be absorbed before adding more, for about 18-20 minutes.

3. 3

   When the rice is creamy and al dente, remove from heat and stir in the butter and grated Parmesan until melted and smooth.

4. 4

   Season with salt and black pepper to taste, then serve immediately.