Risotto is an Italian rice dish made with flavorful broth and cooked until it reaches a rich, creamy consistency. It is usually made with butter, onion, and a large splash of white wine, but there are a number of other ingredients that can go in a risotto. Here are a few recipes to help you prepare this comfort food at home.
Mushroom Risotto with Peas
Mushroom risotto is likely the most popular of all types of risotto, and this recipe adds soft green peas for a little something extra. In just one hour, you can create this rich dish on your own stovetop.
Risotto with Bacon and Kale
Just about everyone loves bacon, and it improves almost any dish that you add it to. This unique risotto combines crispy bacon with leafy, nutrient-rich kale for a truly exciting side dish.
Butternut Squash Risotto
Make your risotto a little bit sweeter with the addition of soft, seasonal butternut squash.
Prawn and Pine Nut Risotto
Adding meat or seafood to risotto is a simple way to turn it from a side dish to a main course. This recipe uses crunchy pine nuts and plump prawns to create a gourmet-style dish for your next dinner party.