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Brown Rice Risotto Cakes

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Yield 6 patties

try out different sauces to go with these hearty rice cakes. Mango Chutney Cream is in the recipe

Ingredients

Instructions

  1. Heat a glug of Olive Oil in a deep, thick bottomed pot
  2. Add the Shallots and brown for a minute or two
  3. Add the Squash, let brown for a few minutes, stirring frequently and then add and 1 cup Broth
  4. Cover and cook over low until the squash is tender but still firm, 5-8 minutes
  5. Add the Garlic and cook a minute or two
  6. Add the Rice and 1 cup of Wine
  7. Cook and stir over medium heat, continuing to add the wine as the rice absorbs it (like speedy risotto)
  8. Add the Cheese, Basil and Season with Salt and Pepper
  9. Add the Balsamic
  10. When the mixture holds together well taste and adjust seasonings adding more balsamic if needed
  11. Cool the mixture and then with slightly wet hands, form into 1/2 inch thick patties (you can roll them in breadcrumbs if you want them crispy on the outside)
  12. Heat a swirl of Olive Oil in a shallow frying pan
  13. Brown the patties about 5 minutes each side
  14. Serve with Mango Chutney Cream or try another sauce
  15. MANGO CHUTNEY CREAM
  16. Stir together 1/4 cup prepared Mango Chutney with 1/4 cup Creme Freche or Sour Cream, 1/4 cup Plain Greek Yogurt, Squeeze of 1/2 a lime and 1 teaspoon chopped mint

Recipe by Healthy Mama Cooks at http://www.healthymamacooks.com/brown-rice-risotto-cakes/