Broccoli Cheddar Risotto

I saw this recipe in the paper-Yes, the Lodi Paper! The article was called: OATMEAL: It's not just for breakfast. I love oatmeal and broccoli so I thought I would try it out. Delish!! Can't wait to have it for lunch tomorrow.

4 cups low-sodium chicken broth

1 bunch broccoli, cut into small florets

1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil

3 tablespoons unsalted butter

1/2 small onion, finely chopped

1 3/4 cups steel-cut oats

1/4 cup dry white wine

Kosher salt

Freshly ground pepper

1 cup grated sharp cheddar cheese (about 4 ounces) Or substitute my favorite, Lake Country

1. Preheat oven to 425 degrees. Bring the chicken broth to a low simmer in a saucepan. Toss the broccoli with olive oil on a rimmed baking sheet.

2. Melt 2 tablespoons of butter in a large Dutch oven or ovenproof pot over medium-high heat. Add the onion and cook, stirring occasionally, until slightly softened, about 2 minutes. Add the oats and stir to coat. Pour in the wine and cook until evaporated, about 1 minute. Add the hot broth, 3/4 teaspoon salt, and pepper to taste; bring to a boil.

3. Cover and set on the bottom oven rack. Place the broccoli on the upper rack. Bake, stirring the oatmeal and broccoli once halfway through cooking until most of the liquid has been absorbed into the oatmeal and the broccoli is tender, 20 to 25 minutes.

4. Remove the oatmeal and broccoli from the oven. Add 3/4 cup hot water, the remaining 1 tablespoon butter and the cheese to the oatmeal and stir until creamy (add a little more hot water to loosen, if necessary).

5. Stir in broccoli and serve.

Yields 6-8 servings