Spiced Pear Risotto Recipe: How to Make It

Ingredients

• 6 cups chicken broth
• 1/2 cup finely chopped sweet onion
• 1/2 cup finely chopped sweet red pepper
• 1 garlic clove, minced
• 3 tablespoons butter
• 3 cups uncooked arborio rice
• 1/2 teaspoon Chinese five-spice powder
• Dash cayenne pepper
• 1/4 cup apple cider or juice
• 1 large pear, peeled and chopped
• 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese, divided
• 1/2 teaspoon coarsely ground pepper
• Chopped chives, optional