Right before serving, stir the shrimp butter and the cream into the risotto, reducing heat to low. Allow butter to melt and mix well. The butter should give the risotto a pretty orange color.

Shrimp and lemon risotto is an iconic dish of Italian cuisine, ideal for special occasions (even a romantic dinner ). Elegant ...

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Grate the courgette - that way it just seems to melt into the risotto, flecking it green ... Add the potted shrimp – it’s up to you how much of the butter on top of the shrimp you add.

Stir in the 1/2 cup of cheese, the shrimp, butter and lemon juice; season with salt. Serve drizzled with pesto and garnished with cheese.