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                        PEACH AND RAISIN RISOTTO

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Serving Size  : 4    Preparation Time :0:00
Categories    : Pudding                          Rice
               Rissotto

 Amount  Measure       Ingredient -- Preparation Method
--------  ------------  --------------------------------
  2       pk           Frozen peaches in syrup
                       Thawed (10 oz each)
  4       tb           Unsalted butter or
                       Margarine
    1/2   c            Currants
  1       c            Arborio rice
  2       tb           Dark rum
  2       tb           Granulated sugar
    1/2   c            Heavy cream
                       Brown sugar

 Drain the peaches, reserving the syrup.  Cut peaches
 into 1/2-inch pieces. In a medium saucepan, combine
 the syrup with enough water to measure 4 cups.  Bring
 to a simmer and maintain at a simmer over moderately
 low heat. In a large nonreactive saucepan or
 flameproof casserole, melt 2 tablespoons of the butter
 over moderate heat.  Add currants and cook for 2
 minutes. Add rice and stir for 1-2 minutes, until well
 coated with the butter and slightly translucent.  Add
 rum and cook until it evaporates. Add 1/2 cup of the
 simmering syrup and cook, stirring constantly, until
 the rice has absorbed most of the liquid.  Adjust the
 heat if necessary to maintain a simmer.  Gradually
 adding syrup, 1/2 cup at a time, cook, stirring
 constantly, until the rice is Add granulated sugar,
 the reserved peaches and the heavy cream. Continue to
 cook, stirring and adding syrup as necessary, 1/4 cup
 at a time, until the rice is tender but still firm and
 is bound with a creamy sauce, 3-6 minutes longer. Stir
 in the remaining 2 tablespoons butter and serve
 immediately.  Pass a bowl of brown sugar separately.
 Source: Best of Food and Wine, Italian Collection.



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