Vegetable Garden Risotto Recipe

• 1/2 c. minced onion
• 3/4 c. (2 med.) sliced carrots
• 4 ounce. fresh mushrooms, sliced
• 2 tbsp. butter
• 1/3 c. dry white wine
• 1 c. med. grain rice (or possibly Italian arborio rice)
• 2 c. chicken broth, divided use
• 1 c. water
• 1/3 c. diced green bell pepper
• 1/4 c. cream or possibly skim lowfat milk
• 1/4 c. freshly grated Parmesan cheese
• Salt and pepper to taste

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