Description
Indulge in this creamy risotto, where Arborio rice meets aromatic ingredients for a dish that warms both your heart and your home.
Ingredients
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- Key Ingredients
- 1 cup Arborio rice
- 1 medium onion, finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 4 cups vegetable or chicken broth (warm)
- 1/2 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tbsp butter
- 2 tbsp olive oil
Instructions
- 1. Sauté the Aromatics:
- Heat olive oil in a large saucepan over medium heat.
- Add chopped onion and cook until translucent, about 3-4 minutes.
- Stir in minced garlic and sauté for an additional minute until fragrant.
- 2. Toast the Rice:
- Add Arborio rice to the pan and stir well to coat each grain with oil.
- Toast the rice for about two minutes until it starts to turn slightly translucent around the edges.
- 3. Gradually Add Broth:
- Begin adding warm broth one ladle at a time, stirring frequently.
- Allow each addition to be absorbed before adding more—this process will take about 20-25 minutes.
- 4. Finish with Cheese and Butter:
- Once the rice is al dente, remove from heat.
- Stir in grated Parmesan cheese and butter until well combined.
- 5. Serve and Enjoy:
- Spoon generous portions into bowls.
- Garnish with extra Parmesan or fresh herbs if desired.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 42g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 30mg