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A bowl of creamy risotto garnished with parsley and grated Parmesan cheese is placed on a table alongside a fork, a small bowl of grated cheese, a glass of oil, and a sprig of parsley.

Creamy Parmesan Risotto Recipe

A man in an apron standing in a kitchen.Michael O'Connor
Creamy and comforting risotto, perfect for a grounding dinner after a long day.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Meal Type Dinner
Cuisine Italian
Servings 4
Calories 2320 kcal
Difficulty Medium
Ingredient Cost $10
Shopping Cost$29

Equipment

  • Large saucepan or pot
  • Wooden spoon
  • Ladle

Ingredients
 
 

  • 1 cup Arborio rice
  • 1 small onion finely chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • ½ cup white wine optional
  • 4 cups chicken or vegetable broth, warmed
  • 1 cup Parmesan cheese grated
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • mushrooms
  • peas Optional additions
  • asparagus Optional additions

Instructions
 

Prepare the Base:

  • In a large saucepan, heat the olive oil over medium heat.
    2 tablespoons olive oil
  • Add the chopped onion and garlic, and sauté until softened.
    1 small onion, 2 cloves garlic

Cook the Rice:

  • Add the Arborio rice to the pan and cook for 2-3 minutes, stirring constantly until the rice is lightly toasted.
    1 cup Arborio rice
  • Pour in the white wine (if using) and cook until the liquid is absorbed.
    1/2 cup white wine

Add Broth:

  • Gradually add the warmed broth, one ladle at a time, stirring frequently. Wait until the liquid is mostly absorbed before adding more broth.
    4 cups chicken
  • Continue this process until the rice is creamy and cooked through, about 20-25 minutes.

Finish the Risotto:

  • Stir in the grated Parmesan cheese and season with salt and pepper.
    1 cup Parmesan cheese, Salt and pepper to taste
  • Add any optional ingredients like mushrooms, peas, or asparagus.
    mushrooms, peas, asparagus

Serve:

  • Serve the risotto hot, garnished with additional Parmesan cheese if desired.

Notes

Risotto requires constant attention and stirring, but the creamy texture is worth the effort.
Experiment with different vegetables and proteins to create your own variations.

Nutrition

Calories: 2320kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 13gFat: 230gSaturated Fat: 70gPolyunsaturated Fat: 46gMonounsaturated Fat: 104gCholesterol: 202mgSodium: 427mgPotassium: 108mgFiber: 2gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 207IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 323mgIron: 3mg
Keyword Comfort Food, Creamy Risotto, Italian Cuisine, Risotto

Ingredient Costs: Cost of Recipe by Ingredient Measurements

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