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~ risotto ~ creamy & flavorful

(1 rating)
Recipe by
Cassie *
Somewhere, PA

Tired of the same old sides for dinner? Try this delicious Risotto for something different. The wine, saffron and Parm, have it bursting with flavor! Enjoy!

(1 rating)
yield 3 - 4
prep time 5 Min
cook time 25 Min
method Stove Top

Ingredients For ~ risotto ~ creamy & flavorful

  • 3 - 4 c
    chicken broth
  • 4 Tbsp
    butter
  • 1
    onion, chopped
  • 1/4 tsp
    crushed saffron
  • 1 1/2 c
    arborio rice
  • 1/2 c
    white wine
  • 1/4 c
    parmesan cheese, shredded
  • 1/2 tsp
    salt
  • Couple
    grinds of fresh black pepper

How To Make ~ risotto ~ creamy & flavorful

  • 1
    Place 3 tablespoons butter in Dutch oven over medium heat. Add onions and cook until soft, about 5 minutes.
  • 2
    Meanwhile, In a medium saucepan, bring broth to a boil, then just keep warm. Mix 1/2 cup broth with saffron, set aside.
  • 3
    To onions, add rice - cook for a few minutes, stirring occasionally. Stir in wine and continue cooking and stirring until wine is evaporated.
  • 4
    Stir in 1/2 cup broth at a time, stirring and cooking until absorbed and keep continuing until all broth is absorbed. Add the broth with saffron to rice, salt and pepper, then cook until absorbed.
  • 5
    Stir in cheese and last tbsp butter and serve immediately.
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