quick mexican corn risotto

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Grapeview, WA
Updated on Oct 31, 2015

Here's a good alternative to Spanish rice that my family loves. It's really easy and creamy.

prep time 10 Min
cook time 25 Min
method Stove Top
yield 4-6 serving(s)

Ingredients

  • 1 tablespoon unsalted butter
  • 2 cloves garlic, pressed
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1 cup medium grain white rice
  • 29 ounces chicken broth
  • 10 ounces frozen corn
  • 1/4 cup whipping cream
  • 1 cup monterey jack cheese with jalapeno, shredded
  • - fresh cilantro, chopped

How To Make quick mexican corn risotto

  • Step 1
    Melt butter in heavy medium saucepan over medium heat. Add garlic and cumin; saute 1 minute.
  • Step 2
    Mix in rice. Add broth and frozen corn and bring to boil, stirring frequently.
  • Step 3
    Reduce heat to medium-low and cook until rice is tender and mixture is slightly thick and creamy, stirring frequently, about 20 minutes.
  • Step 4
    Add cream and cheese and stir until mixture is heated through.
  • Step 5
    Season to taste with salt and pepper. Sprinkle with chopped cilantro.

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Culture: Mexican
Category: Rice Sides
Ingredient: Rice/Grains
Method: Stove Top

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