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How to Make Risotto

 

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Gourmet Mushroom Risotto

How to Make Risotto

Constant stirring releases the starch in rice. This is what thickens risotto and makes it so creamy, delicious—and labor-intensive.

Arborio rice

Can I use any old rice to make risotto?

No: you need a special type of short-grained, starchy rice to make risotto. Arborio, carnaroli, and vialone nano are all good choices.

Prosciutto

The Italian Pantry

Learn about porcini mushrooms, prosciutto di Parma, flat-leaf parsley, and other authentic Italian ingredients for your risottos.

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Kelsey Elizabeth

Kelsey Elizabeth

This cook almost scrambled her eggnog, but saved it: “I put the egg and milk mixture through a food processor, let it cool, and mixed in the cream, vanilla, etc. It was delicious.”

 
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