Creamy Risotto Recipe
Indulge in a bowl of creamy risotto that transforms any meal into a special occasion. This dish features perfectly cooked Arborio rice enveloped in a velvety sauce, making it an ideal comfort food for family dinners or gatherings with friends. With its rich flavors and smooth texture, this easy risotto recipe is perfect for even the most novice cooks. Customize it with seasonal vegetables or proteins to make it uniquely yours!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup Arborio rice
- 4 cups chicken or vegetable broth (warmed)
- 1 medium onion (finely chopped)
- 2 garlic cloves (minced)
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- Salt and pepper (to taste)
- Fresh herbs (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large pan over medium heat. Add chopped onions and sauté until translucent, about 3-4 minutes.
- Stir in minced garlic and cook until fragrant, about 30 seconds. Add Arborio rice and stir until glistening.
- Gradually add warm broth, one ladle at a time, stirring continuously until absorbed; this takes about 18-20 minutes.
- Once the rice is al dente and creamy, stir in grated Parmesan cheese and butter until melted.
- Adjust seasoning with salt and pepper. Top with fresh herbs before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 42g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 25mg