How to Make Perfect Creamy Risotto

1. 1

   Prep Your Mise en Place

   10 min

   Chop onions or shallots, grate Parmesan cheese, warm your broth, and measure out your arborio rice.

2. 2

   Sauté Aromatics & Toast Rice

   7 min

   Cook chopped onions in butter or olive oil until softened, then add rice and toast for 1-2 minutes until translucent at the edges.

3. 3

   Deglaze with Wine

   3 min

   Pour in dry white wine and stir until it is completely absorbed by the rice.

4. 4

   Add Broth Gradually

   20 min

   Ladle in warm broth one cup at a time, stirring constantly and waiting for each addition to be fully absorbed before adding the next.

5. 5

   Stir Until Creamy

   5 min

   Continue stirring and adding broth until the rice is al dente and the risotto has a creamy, flowing consistency.

6. 6

   Manteca (Finish with Butter & Cheese)

   2 min

   Remove from heat, stir in a knob of cold butter and grated Parmesan cheese, then cover and let rest for a minute.

7. 7

   Serve Immediately

   1 min

   Garnish with fresh herbs or extra Parmesan and serve hot to enjoy its optimal creamy texture.