Northern Italy Risotto with Porcini Mushrooms

Name: Northern Italy Risotto with Porcini Mushrooms
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 350 grams Uncooked white rice; 30 grams Dried Porcini; 1/2 Onion; 1 handful Flat leaf Italian parsley; 2 tbsp Extra virgin olive oil; 10 grams Butter; 500 ml Water; 1 Stock cubes; 1 Salt; 3 tbsp Parmesan cheese (grated)

Servings: persons

1
Get the ingredients ready.
2
Rinse the rice and drain.
3
Chop the onion and flat leaf parsley.
4
Cover the porcini with lukewarm water to reconstitute.
5
Fry the onion in 1 tablespoon of extra virgin olive oil over a medium heat.
6
After the onion is translucent add the porcini (save the soaking water) and rice.
7
Fry quickly.
8
Add the water, stock cube, and the water from soaking the porcini.
9
Start to cook the rice over a high heat and bring to a boil.
10
After bringing to a boil, turn the heat to low and continue to cook for about 15 to 20 minutes.
11
Stir occasionally.
12
Check the taste.
13
When the rice is al dente, turn the heat off.
14
Stir in the butter and parmesan cheese to finish.
15
Drizzle over with 1 tablespoon of Extra virgin olive oil.
16
Ladle into a serving dish and sprinkle with chopped flat leaf parsley.

463

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.

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: 350 grams Uncooked white rice, 30 grams Dried Porcini, 1/2 Onion, 1 handful Flat leaf Italian parsley, and more.

Yes, Northern Italy Risotto with Porcini Mushrooms falls under the General 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.

That's it — enjoy your meal!