Asparagus risotto | Something New For Dinner

Ingredients

• 1 pound asparagus, ends trimmed
• 4 T olive oil, divided
• Kosher salt
• Fresh ground pepper
• 4 cups chicken broth
• 3 T butter, divided
• 1 shallot, finely chopped
• 1 clove garlic, minced
• 1 cup Arborio or Carnoroli rice
• 1/4 cup white wine
• Zest and juice of 1/2 lemon
• 1/2 cup grated parmesan cheese, plus shaved pieces for garnish
• 1 – 2 T butter, optional