Risotto requires your attention while it cooks, but it really is simple to make. Master the basic recipe and then try one of our tasty variations
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Parmesan Risotto
This is risotto at its most basic. Combine a few simple ingredients with a little bit of patience and you’ll be rewarded with a memorable dish. Follow this recipe and you’ll have perfect risotto every time.
By deciding which mushroom to use, you can make this risotto as simple or exotic as you like. Substitute vegetarian broth for the chicken broth for your next meatless Monday dinner.
This recipe from Miraval Resort and Spa near Tucson, Arizona uses fresh spinach broth and a small amount of cheese for a risotto that’s just right when something light is called for.