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Leftover Turkey Risotto

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Leftover Turkey Risotto is a creamy and elegant dish with tender rice, savory turkey, and rich parmesan, creating a comforting and flavorful meal.

Ingredients

  • 2 cups cooked turkey, shredded or diced
  • 1 cup arborio rice
  • 2 tablespoons butter
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 small onion, finely chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 4 cups chicken or turkey broth, warm
  • 1/2 cup parmesan cheese, grated
  • 1/4 cup white wine (optional)
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 tablespoon parsley (optional)

Instructions

  1. Heat broth in a saucepan and keep warm over low heat.
  2. In a large pan, melt butter with olive oil over medium heat. Add onion and cook until soft and translucent.
  3. Stir in garlic and cook briefly, then add arborio rice and toast for 1–2 minutes.
  4. Pour in white wine if using and cook until mostly absorbed.
  5. Add warm broth one ladle at a time, stirring frequently and allowing each addition to absorb before adding more.
  6. Continue until rice is tender and creamy, about 18–20 minutes.
  7. Stir in cooked turkey and heat through.
  8. Remove from heat and mix in parmesan cheese and remaining butter.
  9. Season with salt and pepper to taste and garnish with parsley if desired.
  10. Serve immediately.

Notes

  • Add mushrooms, peas, or spinach for extra flavor.
  • Use pecorino or asiago cheese for variation.
  • Skip wine and use extra broth if preferred.
  • Add a squeeze of lemon juice for brightness.
  • Reheat with broth to restore creaminess.

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