Classic Italian Risotto

Indulge in the comforting elegance of Classic Italian Risotto, a creamy and timeless dish that highlights the authentic flavors of Italy. Made with Arborio rice, this risotto is masterfully prepared with a slow-simmered blend of chicken or vegetable broth, a splash of dry white wine, and freshly grated Parmesan cheese, creating a luscious texture that's irresistibly rich. The dish begins by sautéing finely chopped onions and minced garlic in olive oil and butter, infusing the base with aromatic depth. As the warm broth is gradually stirred in, the rice transforms into a velvety masterpiece, perfectly seasoned with a pinch of salt, black pepper, and optional parsley for a fresh finish. Ideal as a main course or a luxurious side, this risotto exemplifies comfort food at its finest, ready in just 40 minutes to delight your family or dinner guests. Whether you're searching for "traditional Italian risotto recipes" or "how to make creamy risotto," this recipe is your ultimate guide to perfection.

Nutriscore Rating: 63/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:40 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1.5 cups Arborio rice
• 4 cups chicken or vegetable broth
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
• 1 medium onion, finely chopped
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 0.5 cup dry white wine
• 0.5 cup Parmesan cheese, freshly grated
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
• 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped (optional)

Directions

Step 1

In a medium saucepan, bring the chicken or vegetable broth to a simmer over low heat. Keep it warm.

Step 2

In a large, heavy-bottomed pan, heat the olive oil and 1 tablespoon of butter over medium heat.

Step 3

Add the chopped onion and cook until softened, about 5 minutes.

Step 4

Stir in the minced garlic and cook until fragrant, about 1 minute.

Step 5

Add the Arborio rice, stirring to coat each grain with the oil and butter. Cook for about 2-3 minutes, until the edges of the rice become translucent.

Step 6

Pour in the white wine and cook, stirring constantly, until the wine is fully absorbed by the rice.

Step 7

Begin adding the warm broth one ladle at a time, stirring gently but constantly. Allow each addition of broth to be absorbed before adding the next.

Step 8

Continue this process until the rice is creamy and al dente, about 18-20 minutes.

Step 9

Stir in the remaining tablespoon of butter and the grated Parmesan cheese until well combined and creamy.

Step 10

Season with salt and black pepper to taste.

Step 11

If desired, garnish with freshly chopped parsley before serving.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1675.4g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1554.4

Total Fat 88.2g	0%
Saturated Fat 40.4g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g
Cholesterol 156.8mg	0%
Sodium 6439.5mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 109.6g	0%
Dietary Fiber 3.5g	0%
Total Sugars 8.2g
Protein 60.3g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 1424.1mg	0%
Iron 2.1mg	0%
Potassium 736.3mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 53.9%

Protein: 16.4%

Carbs: 29.8%