March this year seems to give us a real pick ‘n mix of weathers; from snow and cold winds to warm temperatures and wonderful sunshine It makes it difficult both to dress appropriately and eat appropriately.

This risotto is a great compromise as it is both creamy and warming (for cold weather) and fresh and spring-like with the addition of asparagus and lemon. I just can’t bring myself to go back to hearty stews after a few days of fresh salads.

I used this recipe, but used vegetable stock instead. And at the end I added lemon zest from a quarter of a lemon, topped the bowl with more grated Parmesan and a few pungent drops of dill oil. I bought mine in from this place, in Southern Sweden.