Ingredients:

• 1 1/2 cups Arborio rice
• 4 cups vegetable or chicken broth (kept warm)
• 1/2 cup dry white wine
• 1 small onion, finely chopped
• 2 tablespoons butter
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 cup fresh or frozen fava beans, blanched and peeled
• Zest of 1 candied lemon (available in some specialty stores or can be homemade)
• 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
• Salt and black pepper, to taste
• Fresh basil or parsley, chopped, for garnish

Instructions:

1. Prepare the Broth:

   • In a saucepan, heat the vegetable or chicken broth over low heat. Keep it warm but not boiling.

2. Sauté the Onion:

   • In a large skillet or saucepan, heat the butter and olive oil over medium heat. Add the finely chopped onion and sauté until it becomes translucent.

3. Toast the Rice:

   • Add the Arborio rice to the skillet with the sautéed onion. Stir for a minute or two until the rice is well-coated with the butter and oil and heated through.

4. Add the Wine:

   • Pour in the white wine and cook until it's mostly absorbed by the rice.

5. Cook the Risotto:

   • Begin adding the warm broth to the rice, one ladle at a time, stirring frequently and allowing each ladle of broth to be absorbed before adding more. Continue this process until the rice is creamy and cooked to your desired level of doneness, usually about 18-20 minutes.

6. Add the Fava Beans and Candied Lemon Zest:

   • About 5 minutes before the risotto is done, stir in the blanched and peeled fava beans and the zest of the candied lemon. Continue to cook until the fava beans are heated through.

7. Season and Finish:

   • Stir in the grated Parmesan cheese and season the risotto with salt and black pepper to taste. Mix well.

8. Serve Hot:

   • Serve the Risotto with Fava Beans and Candied Lemon hot, garnished with chopped fresh basil or parsley.

This risotto with fava beans and candied lemon is a delightful and fresh dish that's perfect for the spring and summer months. The combination of the creamy risotto, tender fava beans, and the sweet and zesty lemon zest creates a unique and delicious flavor profile. Enjoy your homemade risotto!