Fennel Risotto

1 bulb of fennel, finely chopped
2 shallots
2T garlic
2T butter
2c. arborio rice
7cups of chicken or veggie broth
1/2 cup half and half
4T. freshly grated asiago

Extras: diced turkey sausage or some yummy squid rings

Saute fennel, shallots and garlic in butter until translucent.  Add rice and stir for 2 minutes. Add your turkey sausage or calamari. Add one cup of broth at a time until thoroughly incorporated (takes about 20 minutes).  Stir in 1/2 n 1/2, sprinkle the asiago over the top.  Serve with a nice heirloom tomato salad and Trimbach Reisling.

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