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Risotto Milanese

A classic Italian risotto flavored with saffron.
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Preparation Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 30 minutes
Total Time: 40 minutes
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Italian
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 350 kcal

Ingredients 

Main Ingredients

  • 1 ½ cups Arborio rice
  • 4 cups chicken broth
  • ½ cup dry white wine
  • 1 small onion, finely chopped
  • ¼ teaspoon saffron threads
  • ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 3 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions 

  1. Heat the broth in a saucepan and keep it warm.
  2. In a large pan, melt 2 tablespoons of butter over medium heat. Add the onion and cook until soft.
  3. Add the rice and stir to coat it with the butter. Cook for 2 minutes.
  4. Pour in the wine and cook until it has evaporated.
  5. Add a ladle of warm broth and stir until absorbed. Continue adding broth, one ladle at a time, stirring constantly until the rice is creamy and cooked through.
  6. Dissolve the saffron in a little warm broth and add it to the rice.
  7. Stir in the remaining butter and Parmesan cheese. Season with salt and pepper.

Nutritional Value

Calories: 350kcal | Carbohydrates: 50g | Protein: 8g | Fat: 12g | Saturated Fat: 7g | Cholesterol: 30mg | Sodium: 600mg | Potassium: 200mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 2g | Vitamin A: 300IU | Vitamin C: 2mg | Calcium: 150mg | Iron: 1.5mg

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