Basic Risotto Recipe

Name: Basic Risotto
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 cup arborio rice; 2 ½ cups chicken stock; ½ cup white wine; 1 large onion; 1 tablespoon butter; 1 tablespoon of fresh mint; ¼ cup heavy cream; ⅓ cup parmesan cheese; 1 teaspoon sea salt; 1 teaspoon fresh cracked pepper

Servings: persons

1 cup arborio rice
2 ½ cups chicken stock
½ cup white wine
1 large onion
1 tablespoon butter
1 tablespoon of fresh mint
¼ cup heavy cream
⅓ cup parmesan cheese
1 teaspoon sea salt
1 teaspoon fresh cracked pepper

1
Melt the butter in a medium sauce pot.
2
Add the onion, which has been finely chopped (I generally puree the onion in the food processor ahead of time).
3
Cook until most of the water from the onion has evaporated (about 5 minute).
4
Add the arborio rice, the wine and 1/2 cup of the chicken stock.
5
Cook until most of the liquid is absorbed.
6
Continue to add the remainder of the stock in 1/2 cup inrements as the previously added stock is absorbed.
7
Before adding the last 1/2 cup of stock, add the mint, finely chopped (optional).
8
When all of the stock has been added and mostly absorbed, add the cream and parmesean cheese.
9
Add salt and pepper to your personal taste.

537

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 cup arborio rice, 2 ½ cups chicken stock, ½ cup white wine, 1 large onion, and more.

Yes, Basic Risotto falls under the Meat & Poultry category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

Basic Risotto

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