12 Ways with 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.

Recipe: Parmesan Risotto

The bacon cooks with the rice and broth for a deep rich flavorful dish. If you can’t find taleggio, any soft Italian cheese will work in this recipe.

Recipe: Risotto with Taleggio Cheese and Bacon

This hearty risotto comes from Denver chef Elise Wiggins. We love her the way she grills the kale before adding it to the risotto.

Recipe: Crispy Grilled Kale and Pancetta Risotto

Sweet gorgonzola and bitter radicchio make a risotto that’s perfectly balanced. If you can’t find gorgonzola dolce, any mild, creamy blue will do.

Recipe: Gorgonzola and Radicchio Risotto

The best of spring produce comes together beautifully in this tangy, colorful risotto.

Recipe: Lemon Ricotta Risotto with Asparagus, Peas, and Prosciutto

Moroccan ingredients work beautifully in risotto, too. San Francisco chef Mourad Lahlou likes scallops with the exotic flavors in this dish.

Recipe: Saffron and Preserved Lemon Risotto

Add basil right before serving for a risotto with bright color and flavor.

Recipe: Basil Risotto

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.

Recipe: Mushroom-Herb Risotto

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.

Recipe: Spinach Risotto with Roquefort

Have you ever bought a jar of Thai curry paste for one recipe and wondered what else you could make with it? Here’s the answer.

Recipe: Thai Red Curry Risotto

Pearled farro takes the place of arborio rice in this very Italian dish. We also like it because you don’t need to serve this risotto immediately.

Recipe: Porcini Farro Risotto

If you’re lucky enough to have leftover risotto, make this crowd-pleasing appetizer.

Recipe: Green Onion and Fontina Arancini