Classic Creamy Parmesan Risotto

A rich and comforting Italian risotto with a creamy parmesan finish.

Prep Time

15 minutes

Total Time

45 minutes

Calories

478

Level

medium

Yields

4 servings

Cost

£2.23

Meal Type:

Cuisine:

Main Ingredient:

Occasion:

Mood:

Comfort Food•Indulgent

Ingredients

Servings

1.5cupsArborio rice

£1.20

6cupsVegetable broth(Hot or warmed)

£1.50

1mediumOnion(Finely chopped)

£0.30

2clovesGarlic(Minced)

£0.15

1cupDry white wine(Such as Sauvignon Blanc or Pinot Grigio)

£2.00

4tablespoonsButter(Divided)

£0.50

1cupParmesan cheese(Grated)

£2.50

to tasteSalt

£0.65

to tasteBlack pepper(Freshly ground)

£0.10

Total Cost

£8.90

£2.23 per serving

The Method

1
Warm the vegetable broth in a saucepan over medium heat. Keep warm.
2
In a large pot or Dutch oven, melt 2 tablespoons of butter over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and sauté until softened, about 5 minutes.
3
Add the minced garlic and cook for 1 minute more, until fragrant.
4
Add the Arborio rice and toast for 2-3 minutes, stirring constantly, until the edges of the rice become translucent.
5
Pour in the white wine and stir until it is fully absorbed by the rice.
6
Begin adding the warm vegetable broth, one ladleful at a time, stirring continuously until each ladleful is absorbed before adding the next. This process should take about 20-25 minutes.
7
Once the rice is cooked through (creamy and al dente), remove from the heat.
8
Stir in the remaining 2 tablespoons of butter and the grated parmesan cheese. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
9
Serve immediately.

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My Notes

Nutrition Information

Nutrition per serving (280g)

478 kcal / 2001 kJ

Carbs

55g

21% of RDA

Fat

19g

27% of RDA

Protein

15g

30% of RDA

Detailed Breakdown

Fibre

2 g

7% of RDA

Sugar

4 g

4% of RDA

Sodium

928 mg

40% of RDA

Saturated Fat

12 g

60% of RDA

Wine Pairings

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"The saltiness of the prosciutto and the sweetness of the melon provide a refreshing counterpoint to the richness of the risotto. The balsamic glaze adds a touch of acidity that cuts through the creamy texture, cleansing the palate and preparing it for the next course."

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