Homemade Risotto Recipe

Description

A creamy Italian rice dish cooked with broth until it reaches a rich, velvety consistency.

Ingredients:

• 1 tbsp olive oil
• 1 tbsp butter
• 1 small onion, finely chopped
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 300g arborio rice
• 120ml dry white wine
• 1 L warm chicken or vegetable stock
• 50g grated Parmesan cheese
• Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions:

1. Warm the stock in a saucepan and keep it at a gentle simmer.
2. Heat the oil and butter in a large pan, then sauté onion until soft.
3. Add garlic and cook for 30 seconds until fragrant.
4. Stir in the rice and toast for 1-2 minutes until the edges look translucent.
5. Pour in the wine and stir until absorbed.
6. Add stock one ladle at a time, stirring often, until absorbed before adding more.
7. Continue until rice is creamy and al dente, about 18-20 minutes.
8. Stir in Parmesan, season with salt and pepper, and serve immediately.