The Versatility of Risotto

[syntart]

ammitnox asked about a basic risotto recipe, and when I sat down to write, it seems as if I have a lot to say about risotto. And, as she is ever wise, she suggested that I post it somewhere on the Internets so I can refer to it later. So, here it is, with a few additional points of commentary. Now, I do have a few risotto recipes that I like, but these two

Comments

[satanya]

That was a fantastic post.

The thing I love to add that makes risotto so decadent is white truffle oil, or black truffle oil. That with cheese, and some (insert the mushrooms you like) and it is heaven.

[satanya]

but be sure to use a very little bit. Like sesame oil, with truffle oil, a little goes a long way.

[syntart]

Thank you! And you are so right. I completely forgot about the oils. Also, I learned from stu_n that you should add a few drops at the very end. I'm thinking, now, about the pumpkin oil that hvw gifted us.

[barbzirra]

I wholeheartedly agree. My favorite risotto is mushroom risotto with white truffle oil drizzled over the top [swoon]. My friend Lou makes THE best but I don't have the recipe. I'll try to get it some day and share.