Risotto

Spiced Up

45 min

4 servings

Created by

Recipelly originals

Every spoonful of this homemade risotto feels like a cozy hug from Italy. Picture yourself in a rustic kitchen where the comforting aroma of sautéed onions and garlic mingles with the toasty essence of Arborio rice. As you stir, the gentle simmering sound is like music, promising that each grain will swell with a robust blend of white wine and slowly incorporated stock. To finish, a generous sprinkle of Parmesan and a swirl of butter transform your dish into a creamy delight, leaving your palate luxuriating in subtle richness. Perfect for those evenings when only something soul-warming will do.

What you need?

small onion1' small onion

cloves garlic2' cloves garlic

olive oil2 tablespoons' olive oil

Arborio rice1 1/2 cups Arborio rice

white wine1/2 cup white wine

grated Parmesan cheese1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese

unsalted butter2 tablespoons unsalted butter

Saltto taste Salt

pepperto taste pepper

chicken or vegetable stock4 cups' chicken or vegetable stock

Possible substitutions

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Ah, risotto! That classic Italian dish that feels like a warm hug on a chilly evening. Picture this: you're gathered around the kitchen table, a steaming pot of risotto in the center, its creamy aroma teasing everyone's taste buds. It's not just a meal; it's an experience, a labor of love that turns simple ingredients into something magical. So grab your wooden spoon, and let’s embark on this culinary journey together. As we go through each step, from sautéing onions to that final swirl of butter, imagine the smiles of satisfaction as you serve up this comforting dish to friends and family. Ready? Let's make some memories with every stir.

Steps to follow

sauté

5 minutes

Finely chop the onion and garlic. In a large pan, heat olive oil over medium heat and sauté the onion and garlic until soft and translucent.

small onion

cloves garlic

olive oil

2 tablespoons'

toast

2 minutes

Add the Arborio rice to the pan and toast for 2 minutes, stirring constantly until the rice is slightly translucent.

Arborio rice

1 1/2 cups

deglaze

3 minutes

Pour in the white wine and stir until it is fully absorbed by the rice.

white wine

1/2 cup

simmer

25 minutes

Gradually add warm stock one ladle at a time, allowing the rice to absorb the liquid before adding more. Stir frequently to prevent sticking.

chicken or vegetable stock

4 cups'

mix

5 minutes

Once the rice is cooked al dente and the risotto is creamy, remove from heat. Stir in grated Parmesan cheese, butter, and season with salt and pepper to taste.

grated Parmesan cheese

1/2 cup

unsalted butter

2 tablespoons

Salt

to taste

pepper

to taste

garnish

2 minutes

Serve the risotto garnished with fresh herbs and sautéed mushrooms if desired. Enjoy your delicious, creamy risotto!