Oven-Ready

Parmesan and Pea Steak Risotto with Basil Pesto

easy prep & pan included

Prep & Cook Time: 25-35 min.

Difficulty Level: Easy

Spice Level: Not Spicy

Cook Within: 6 days

Contains: Milk, Wheat

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In Your Box (serves 2)

  • 10 oz. Steak Strips
  • ¾ cup Arborio Rice
  • 5 oz. Peas
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    2 oz. Shredded Parmesan Cheese
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    2 oz. Light Cream Cheese
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    2 oz. Basil Pesto
  • 4 tsp. Mirepoix Broth Concentrate
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    ½ oz. Crispy Fried Onions

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  • Nutrition (per serving)

  • Calories
    830
  • Carbohydrates
    84g
  • Net Carbs
    76g
  • Fat
    35g
  • Protein
    50g
  • Sodium
    1490mg

Recipe Steps

Cooking Guidelines

To ensure food safety, the FDA recommends the following as minimum internal cooking temperatures:

  • Steak and Pork 145° F (rest cooked meat, 3 minutes) |
  • Seafood 145° F |
  • Chicken 165° F |
  • Ground Beef 160° F |
  • Ground Turkey 165° F |
  • Ground Pork 160° F
  1. 1

    Prepare the Ingredients

    Preheat oven to 400 degrees. Remove lid and label, if necessary. When ingredient appears in recipe, remove from packaging. Thoroughly rinse any fresh produce and pat dry.

    Combine rice, mirepoix base, peas, 11/2 cups water, and a pinch of salt and pepper in provided tray.

  2. 2

    Add the Steak Strips

    Separate steak strips. Top rice with steak strips and a pinch of salt and pepper.

    If using flank steak, 20 oz. steak strips, or shrimp, follow same instructions.

  3. 3

    Finish the Dish

    Bake uncovered in hot oven until rice is tender and meal reaches a minimum internal temperature of 145 degrees, 22-25 minutes.

    If using flank steak, 20 oz. steak strips, or shrimp, follow same instructions.

    Carefully remove from oven. Stir in basil pesto, cream cheese, and half the Parmesan (reserve remaining for garnish). Top with remaining Parmesan and crispy onions. Bon appétit!

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