Garlic Parmesan Risotto (BAKED or stove top)

INGREDIENTS

1 tbsp

olive oil

5 tbsp

butter (divided)

shallots (finely chopped)

3 cloves

garlic (minced)

1 1/2 cups

Arborio rice

5 cups

low sodium chicken broth, warmed ( (6 cups for stove top))

1 tsp

dried basil

1/2 tsp

EACH dried parsley, salt

1 tsp

pepper

1 cup

freshly grated Parmesan cheese

1 cup

thawed frozen petite peas

1/4 cup

heavy cream (optional)