Ingredients:
- 1 cup of Arborio rice
- 2 cups of Brussels sprouts, trimmed and halved
- 1 onion, diced
- 2 cloves of garlic, minced
- 4 cups of vegetable broth
- 1/2 cup of grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/4 teaspoon of cinnamon
- 2 tablespoons of olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions:
Step 1: Prep the Brussels sprouts
- Trim and halve the Brussels sprouts.
- Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
- Add the Brussels sprouts and cook until they are slightly browned, about 5 minutes. Remove from the skillet and set aside.
Step 2: Make the risotto
- Heat the remaining olive oil in a large saucepan over medium heat.
- Add the diced onion and minced garlic, and cook until the onion is translucent, about 5 minutes.
- Add the Arborio rice and cook, stirring constantly, for 2-3 minutes.
- Gradually add the vegetable broth, 1/2 cup at a time, stirring constantly until the liquid is absorbed before adding more.
Step 3: Finish the risotto
- Once all the broth has been added and the rice is creamy and tender, stir in the cooked Brussels sprouts.
- Add the cinnamon, Parmesan cheese, salt, and pepper, and stir until well combined.
Step 4: Serve
- Divide the risotto among serving plates and garnish with additional Parmesan cheese, if desired.
- Enjoy your Brussels Sprouts Risotto with Cinnamon!