MENU

Special Diet Information

Coumadin® (Warfarin)
This recipe is NOT safe for Coumadin (warfarin) users.

Lactose
This recipe contains cheese and some of those who are lactose intolerant may be able to tolerate it.

Sodium
This is a low sodium recipe.

GERD / Acid Reflux
This recipe contains GERD triggers and those with GERD may wish to avoid it.

Gluten Sensitivity
This recipe is safe for those who are sensitive to gluten.

 

"If you can mock a leek, you can eat a leek."
- William Shakespeare, Playwright

The refrigerator light goes on...

I do love saffron and it is pretty expensive, especially when you look at the price per pound. The great thing is that it doesn't take much saffron to add a lot of flavor. Twenty threads or so is about 1/4 teaspoon and will add a ton of flavor to your recipes.


 

Chicken Leek Risotto - Low Sodium Version

Servings: 2 | Serving size: about 2 1/2 cups

Cooking Time: 30 Minutes

This recipe can easily be multiplied and makes good leftovers. Reheat gently.

Chicken Leek Risotto recipe from Dr. Gourmet

Ingredients

Place the olive oil in a medium skillet over medium-high heat.

Add the green tops of the leeks and cook stirring frequently.

As they get limp, add the white part of the leek and cook for another few minutes until they are just limp.

Add the Arborio rice and the tarragon and stir.

Cook for about two minutes and add the water stir.

Add the saffron, salt, pepper and stir.

Reduce the heat to medium-low and simmer the rice for about 15 minutes.

Check the doneness of the rice occasionally. Add more water 1/4 cup at a time as needed.

As the rice is almost done add the chicken and another 1/4 cup water.

Stir, increase the heat to medium and cook for about 5 minutes until the chicken is cooked through.

Add the grated Parmigiano and stir until blended. Serve.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size: about 2 1/2 cups

Servings: 2

Amount Per Serving

Calories 486 Calories from Fat 71
% Daily Value
Total Fat 8g 12%
    Saturated Fat 3g 16%
    Monounsaturated Fat 3g
    Trans Fat 0g
Cholesterol 74mg 25%
Sodium 333mg 14%
Total Carbohydrates 65g 22%
    Dietary Fiber 5g 18%
    Sugars 7g
Protein 37g
Vitamin A 61% Vitamin C 38%
Calcium 29% Iron 38%
Vitamin K 86 mcg Potassium 659 mg
Magnesium 99 mg