This is only the second time I've made risotto, and it didn't turn out too well. I tried to scale it up for 5 people too. It took a VERY long time to get the rice soft enough and I had to add a LOT more stock. My mom (who's an excellent cook) was kind of hovering around helping and she said I rushed the first part of the stock addition... So, for anyone else who is a beginner risotto maker like me, DON'T RUSH IT!! Otherwise it will end up taking you hours and hours. It didn't taste too bad once it was FINALLY done though, although by then I was sick of the smell of it...

Reviewed On: Apr. 8, 2008

This was delicious! I had some leftover roast chicken (the white meat) so I decided to try this recipe. My boyfriend and I loved it. The only things I changed were to add some chopped spinach when frying the onions (and I added some garlic, just one clove, while frying the onions too). I also threw in a few frozen peas after the spinach had wilted. So quick and easy and really tasty. Perfect for busy nights or when you have leftover chicken. (Although I'd add the spinach and peas or else it's not too high on nutrients, got to get your Five-A-Day, after all)

Reviewed On: Apr. 1, 2008