Apricot and Rosemary Risotto

Place the rice, water and butter in a saucepan and bring to the boil.

Reduce to a simmer and let the rice absorb the water, stirring occasionally until all of it has been absorbed.

Meanwhile, combine the rosemary sprigs, milk and caster sugar together in a separate saucepan.

Bring to a simmer over a medium heat then add to the rice once it has absorbed all the water.

Cook over a low heat for 10-15 minutes, stirring occasionally, until rich and thick.

Meanwhile, preheat the grill to hot.

Sprinkle the diced apricot with the soft light brown sugar.

Grill on a lined baking tray until lightly caramelised.

Remove and allow to cool a little.

Stir the chopped pistachios into the rice pudding then spoon into serving bowls.

Top with the apricots and garnish with a few rosemary leaves before serving.