Source: blog.giallozafferano.it

Presentation

A nutritious recipe, consisting of a first course prepared with red rice, asparagus, Gorgonzola, leek, Parmigiano Reggiano PDO, butter, extra virgin olive oil, parsley, pepper, vegetable broth

Ingredients

Brown/red rice – 180 g (6.3 oz / ≈ 1 cup)

Asparagus (frozen or fresh) – 350 g (12.3 oz / ≈ 3 cups, cut)

Gorgonzola PDO (sweet) – 80 g (2.8 oz / ≈ ⅓ cup, crumbled)

Leek – 30 g (1 oz / ≈ 2 tablespoons, chopped)

Grated Parmigiano Reggiano – 1 tablespoon (≈ 5 g / 0.18 oz)

Butter – 5 g (0.18 oz / ≈ 1 teaspoon)

Extra-virgin olive oil – 5 g / 5 ml (0.18 fl oz / 1 teaspoon)

Chopped parsley – 1 tablespoon (≈ 3 g / 0.1 oz)

Black pepper – to taste

Vegetable broth – as needed (≈ 100–200 ml / ½–¾ cup, adjust for cooking

Method

Cook the boil in water.

Cook the asparagus in a pan, with the lid closed and only with a finger of water.

Once cooked, cut the asparagus into slices, leaving the tips intact.

Add the chopped leek, a small piece of butter and a teaspoon of oil to the pan, and cook until the leek is browned.

Add a tablespoon of chopped parsley.

Pour in the well-drained red rice.

Complete cooking for about ten by pouring the asparagus-flavored vegetable broth

Stir in the gorgonzola and a tablespoon of Parmigiano Reggiano.

Serve decorating with the asparagus tips.

Allergens

Asparagus: rich in carotenoids that support the immune system, also suitable for nephropathics, useful for the functioning of the liver for the supply of vitamins,

Mineral salts and antioxidants, They provide folic acid linked to the production of serotonin and therefore favorable to good mood and counteract depression

Vegetable broth: check the composition for celery or other allergenic ingredients

Butter: milk allergens (except in clarified butter) if not clarified

Gorgonzola: milk allergens

Extra virgin olive oil: unusual allergy; intolerance not described

Parmigiano Reggiano PDO: contains milk allergens

Pepper (green, pink, black, grey, white): possible cross-reactivity in case of spice intolerance

Leek: cases of individual reactivity reported, possible cross-reaction in case of birch allergy

Parsley: possible cross-reaction in case of allergy to spices, mugwort, composites

Rice: (allergy very common in the Far East, almost unknown in Italy and Europe). Possible cross-reaction in case of grass sensitivity

Notes

To be prepared and handled under strict hygienic conditions.

The ingredients of the dish bring the following benefits:

Asparagus: rich in carotenoids that support the immune system, also suitable for nephropathics, useful for the functioning of the liver for the supply of vitamins, Mineral salts and antioxidants, They provide folic acid linked to the production of serotonin and therefore favorable to good mood and counteract depression

Vegetable broth: provides minerals, especially sodium and potassium, useful for regulating heart function and water retention.

Butter: source of fat-soluble vitamins (A, D, E and K) favorable to the health of the eyes, mucous membranes, bones, immune system and blood clotting.

Gorgonzola PDO: useful for the proper functioning of the liver. The presence of tryptophan helps to counteract depression

Extra virgin olive oil: source of Vitamin E that protects the immune system from harmful fatty acids

Parmigiano Reggiano PDO: useful for the proper functioning of the liver

Pepper (green, pink, black, gray, white): contains piperine, a powerful antioxidant; it improves insulin sensitivity by reducing cholesterol levels and activating metabolism. Recommended for people with cardiovascular problems.

Leek: contains ingredients favorable to diuresis and antioxidants favorable to the functioning of the cardiovascular system and immune system

Parsley: rich in carotenoids that support the immune system and mineral salts, vitamins and antioxidants that act to protect the cardiovascular system; also suitable for nephropathic patients and useful for the functioning of the liver for the supply of vitamins, mineral salts and antioxidants

Red rice: due to its modest protein content, it is suitable for nephropathic and phenylketonuric patients; since it is an antiuric food, it is recommended in case of gout and hyperuricemia. It stimulates the synthesis of serotonin which counteracts depression and promotes good mood. It has cholesterol-lowering properties, thanks to the presence of monacolin K, which helps reduce blood cholesterol levels.

Safety / Intended use

Product also intended for subjects with:

• Anorexia – Weight Loss
• Mucositis only well cooked
• Xerostomia (dry mouth) if well cooked
• Dysphagia (only if in pieces of uniform size and consistency)

Not recommended in case of:

• Diarrhea