Slow Cooker Apple-Cinnamon Risotto

Step 1

Grease inside of 4½-quart(4½l) slow cooker with nonstick cooking spray. Set slow cooker aside.

Step 2

In a large nonstick skillet,melt butter over medium-high heat. Add cubed apples,cinnamon,allspice and salt. Cook,stirring occasionally until apples begin to release juices(about 3-5 minutes). Transfer apple mixture to slow cooker.

Step 3

Add rice and stir well to coat. Sprinkle brown sugar evenly over top. Add apple juice and vanilla.

Step 4

Cover slow cooker and cook on high-heat setting until liquid is absorbed (about 1½-2 hours). Ladle slow cooker apple-cinnamon risotto into bowls. Serve hot.