In this recipe we include instructions for both risotto and the shrimp scampi topping. The risotto instructions come directly from our risotto article. I love risotto. It is a classic, filling ...

Stir in the 1/2 cup of cheese, the shrimp, butter and lemon juice; season with salt. Serve drizzled with pesto and garnished with cheese.

Grate the courgette - that way it just seems to melt into the risotto, flecking it green ... Add the potted shrimp – it’s up to you how much of the butter on top of the shrimp you add.