Risotto

Risotto, a beloved Italian dish, is a creamy rice preparation that exemplifies the art of Italian cooking. At the heart of risotto lies Arborio rice, known for its high starch content, which lends the dish its signature velvety texture. Cooked slowly in broth and stirred continuously, risotto allows the flavors to develop beautifully, resulting in a comforting, rich dish that can be elevated with a variety of ingredients such as vegetables, mushrooms, seafood, or Parmesan cheese. Versatile and satisfying, risotto embodies the essence of Italian cuisine: simple ingredients transformed into a luxurious and hearty meal that warms both body and soul.

Prep time: 20mins

Cook time: 15 mins

Total time: 35 mins

Servings: 2-3

Ingredient List

  • 200g arborio
  • 1 large onion
  • 25g butter
  • salt and pepper
  • 600ml boiling water
  • 1 stock cube
  • 1 bay leaf
  • Dried oregano
  • Any topping

Directions

Step 1

Prepare stock; use a measuring jug and crumble cube into the boiling water.

Step 2

Melt the fat in a large pan and gently fry the onions to soften them.

Step 3

Add the rice; mix well to ensure grains are lightly coated with fat

Step 4

Add the hot stock, stirring with a wooden spoon. Bring to the boil and add bay lea oregano, salt and pepper.

Step 5

Once boiling, tum down the heat to simmer the risotto. Keep the lid tilted slightly Stir occasionally to stop mixture sticking to the base of the pan.

Step 6

Cook for 15 minutes. Then, add additional ingredients and cook for a further minutes. Remove bay leaf before serving