Seafood Risotto

In a large saucepan heat the chicken stock to a boil. Reduce heat and simmer until ready to use. In a large heavy pot heat 2 tablespoons butter and 2 tablespoons olive oil over moderate heat. Add half of the onions to the pot and cook until clear, about 5 to 8 minutes. Wipe off the shiitake caps with a damp cloth, remove the stems, cut off the end, slice the stems lengthwise and then slice the caps. Add the rice to the onions and stir to coat. Add 1/3 cup white wine and stir until completely absorbed. Constant stirring will be required from here on out to make a good risotto. Carefully dip a long handled ladle into the broth and pour it into the rice. Stir continuously until the stock is absorbed. Repeat over and over using as much stock as necessary until the rice is cooked through but not mushy. The risotto should be creamy, slightly soupy but not watery. Meanwhile, in a medium skillet heat 2 tablespoons butter and 1 tablespoon olive oil until melted. Add the other half of the chopped onion and stir to coat. Cut the red pepper into strips and then crosswise into small even squares. Add the diced pepper to the onion and stir to combine. Add the tomatoes and stir to combine. Add the shiitakes and cook until any liquid evaporates. Add the fresh seafood and cook until just done. Stir the sauteed seafood and vegetables into the pot of risotto. Grated Parmesan can be stirred into the risotto or served on top at the table. Cover until ready for service. This recipe yields 4 servings. Recipe Source: COOKING LIVE with Sara Moulton Recipe courtesy of Lynn Fredericks, Culinary Consultant From the TV FOOD NETWORK - (Show # CL-8859 broadcast 04-09-1997) Downloaded from their Web-Site - http://www.foodtv.com Formatted for MasterCook by Joe Comiskey, aka MR MAD - jpmd44a@prodigy.com ~or- MAD-SQUAD@prodigy.net 10-09-1998 Recipe by: Lynn Fredericks