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title: Creamy Cheddar Broccoli & Shrimp Risotto
source:
  name: HelloFresh
  url: https://www.hellofresh.com/recipes/creamy-cheddar-broccoli-and-shrimp-risotto-68d65b299ed4d679418a116f
servings: 2
prep_time: "10 minutes"
cook_time: "30 minutes"
time_required: "40 minutes"
difficulty: Medium
allergens:
  - Milk
  - Shellfish
  - Wheat
tags:
  - Comfort Food
  - Seafood
  - Risotto
  - Weeknight Dinner
  - Quick
rating: 0
rating_count: 0
source_chef: Recipe Development Team
review_highlights: []
image: "https://images.recipes.furrysalamander.com/creamy-cheddar-broccoli-shrimp-risotto.avif"
---
Adjust rack to top position and preheat oven to 425°F. In a #medium pot{}, bring @water{5%cup} to a boil, then reduce to a low simmer. Wash and dry all produce.

While the @broccoli{1%unit} roasts, heat a drizzle of @oil{1%tbsp} in a #large pan{} over medium heat. Add @scallions{4%unit}(whites) and cook, stirring, until fragrant ~{60%seconds}. Stir in @vidalia onion paste{1%tbsp}, @cream sauce base{½%cup}, and @shrimp{8%oz} until cooked. Add @arborio rice{1%cup} and stir until evenly coated ~{20%seconds}.

Once the risotto is done, remove from heat; stir in the roasted broccoli, @white cheddar cheese{¾%cup}, and @butter{1%tbsp} until melted and combined. Taste and season with @salt{1%tsp} and @pepper{1%tsp} if desired. [- Risotto should be a little loose and saucy right before serving; it will thicken as it cools. -] If too thick, stir in water 1 tbsp at a time.

Divide the risotto between bowls; top with @cheddar cheese{½%cup}, @crispy fried onions{¼%cup}, and scallions(greens). Serve immediately.