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Creamy Restaurant-Style Risotto Recipe Perfectly Made at Home

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A creamy, restaurant-quality risotto recipe that’s easy to make at home with simple ingredients, perfect for cozy dinners or impressing guests.

Ingredients

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  • 1 1/2 cups (300 g) Arborio rice
  • 3 tablespoons (45 g) unsalted butter, divided
  • 2 shallots, finely chopped
  • 2 garlic cloves, minced
  • 1/2 cup (120 ml) dry white wine (e.g., Sauvignon Blanc)
  • 5 cups (1.2 liters) chicken or vegetable broth, kept warm
  • 1 cup (100 g) freshly grated Parmesan cheese
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
  • 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped (optional)

Instructions

  1. Pour 5 cups (1.2 liters) of chicken or vegetable broth into a saucepan and keep it at a gentle simmer over low heat.
  2. In a large heavy-bottomed pan, melt 2 tablespoons (30 g) of butter over medium heat. Add the finely chopped shallots and cook for about 2-3 minutes until translucent but not browned.
  3. Add the minced garlic and sauté for another 30 seconds until fragrant.
  4. Add 1 1/2 cups (300 g) Arborio rice to the pan. Stir continuously for 2 minutes so each grain is coated with butter and slightly toasted.
  5. Pour in 1/2 cup (120 ml) dry white wine. Stir gently as it simmers for 2-3 minutes until the alcohol evaporates and the rice absorbs the wine.
  6. Start ladling warm broth—about 1/2 cup (120 ml) at a time—into the rice. Stir gently but continuously, waiting until the liquid is almost fully absorbed before adding the next ladle. Continue for 25-30 minutes until rice is creamy and al dente.
  7. Taste the risotto around 20 minutes to check texture; it should be tender with a slight bite.
  8. Once the rice is creamy and cooked, stir in the remaining 1 tablespoon (15 g) of butter and 1 cup (100 g) freshly grated Parmesan cheese.
  9. Season with salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste.
  10. Sprinkle with chopped fresh parsley if desired and serve immediately.

Notes

Keep broth warm to ensure even cooking and creamy texture. Stir gently but often to release starch without breaking grains. Serve immediately as risotto thickens upon cooling. To loosen, add a splash of warm broth or water.

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