Auntie Jill S Risotto Recipe

Ingredients for Auntie Jill S Risotto

• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 medium onion, finely chopped
• Carrot
• Rice
• Chicken Broth
• Dry White Wine
• Reduced Fat Parmesan Cheese
• Fresh Parsley

How to Make Auntie Jill S Risotto

1. Heat olive oil in a large, heavy-bottomed pot or Dutch oven over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and cook until softened, about 5 minutes.
2. Add minced garlic and cook for another minute until fragrant.
3. Add Arborio rice and toast for 2-3 minutes, stirring constantly, until the grains are translucent around the edges.
4. Pour in the white wine and stir until it's almost completely absorbed.
5. Add 1 cup of hot vegetable broth to the rice, stirring constantly until absorbed. Continue adding the broth, 1 cup at a time, stirring frequently, until each addition is absorbed before adding more. This process should take about 20-25 minutes.
6. If using, add your chosen vegetables during the last 10 minutes of cooking, stirring to incorporate them into the risotto.
7. Once all the broth is absorbed and the rice is creamy but still has a slight bite (al dente), remove from heat.
8. Stir in the Parmesan cheese and butter until melted and well combined.
9. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
10. Serve immediately and enjoy!