ITALIAN CUISINE

Italian Risotto

40 min 4.7 (256 reviews) Serves 4 Main Course

Creamy Arborio rice cooked to perfection with white wine, broth, and Parmesan cheese. A classic Italian comfort dish that's simple yet elegant.

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Italian Risotto

Ingredients

  • 1.5 cups Arborio rice
  • 1 onion, finely chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1/2 cup dry white wine
  • 4 cups chicken or vegetable broth
  • 1/2 cup Parmesan cheese, grated
  • 2 tbsp butter
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Fresh parsley for garnish

Instructions

  1. Heat broth: In a saucepan, bring broth to a simmer and keep warm.
  2. Sauté aromatics: In a large pan, heat olive oil and butter. Add onion and cook until soft, 5 minutes. Add garlic and cook 1 minute more.
  3. Toast rice: Add Arborio rice and stir to coat, cooking for 2 minutes until translucent edges appear.
  4. Add wine: Pour in white wine and cook until absorbed, stirring constantly.
  5. Add broth gradually: Add warm broth one ladle at a time, stirring constantly until absorbed. Repeat until rice is creamy and tender, about 18-20 minutes.
  6. Finish: Remove from heat, stir in Parmesan cheese and butter. Season with salt and pepper.
  7. Serve: Garnish with fresh parsley and serve immediately.

Calories

410 kcal

Protein

14g

Carbs

52g

Fat

16g

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