Baked Risotto with Lemon, Peas & Parmesan

Step 1

Preheat oven to 375°F. Melt 2 tablespoons butter in a Dutch oven over medium-high heat.

Step 2

Using a Y-peeler, remove two 1"-thick strips of zest from the lemon. Add onion and lemon zest to the butter and cook, stirring often, until softened, about 5 minutes. Add garlic and cook, stirring, until fragrant, about 1 minute. Stir in rice, broth, and 1 teaspoon salt. Bring to a simmer, cover, and transfer to the oven.

Step 3

Bake until rice is tender, 20 minutes. Carefully remove the lid and stir in Parmesan, peas, pepper, remaining 2 tablespoons butter and ½ teaspoon salt, stirring until butter is melted and peas are warm. Cut the lemon in half and squeeze half of the juice into the risotto; stir to combine. Remove lemon zest and serve topped with more Parmesan and parsley.