Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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4
servings
1 tbsp

olive oil

3 unit

shallots

finely chopped

3 unit

red peppers

halved, deseeded and sliced

2 tsp

fresh thyme

500 g

arborio rice

150 ml

white wine

1.13 l

vegetable stock

175 g

gorgonzola

crumbled

Step 1
~4 min

Heat olive oil in a heavy pan.

Step 2
~4 min

Sauté finely chopped shallots for 4 minutes until softened.

Step 3
~4 min

Add halved, deseeded, and sliced red peppers and fresh thyme to the pan.

Step 4
~4 min

Cook for another 3 minutes, stirring occasionally.

Step 5
~4 min

Add arborio rice to the pan and stir well to coat all the grains with oil and vegetables.

Step 6
~4 min

Season with salt and pepper to taste.

Step 7
~4 min

In a separate pan, pour white wine into vegetable stock and bring to a simmer.

Step 8
~4 min

Ladle the simmering stock, little by little, into the rice, stirring constantly to allow the rice to absorb the liquid.

Step 9
~4 min

Continue adding stock and stirring until the rice is tender with a slight bite (al dente).

Step 10
~4 min

Add crumbled gorgonzola cheese to the risotto and stir until heated through and just starting to melt.

Step 11
~4 min

Season to taste with salt and pepper, if needed.

Step 12
~4 min

Serve immediately and enjoy!

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Use warm stock for faster cooking.

Stir frequently to release the starch and create a creamy texture.

Don't overcook the rice; it should have a slight bite.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

15 min

Batch Cooking
Not Ideal
Make Ahead

The individual components can be prepped in advance, but the risotto is best served immediately.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Medium
Smell Intensity
Medium
Noise Level
Low
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve as a main course.

Serve with a side salad.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Crusty Bread
Green Salad
Roasted Vegetables

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

Italy

Cultural Significance

Risotto is a staple dish in Northern Italy.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

Christmas
Easter

Occasion Tags

Weeknight Dinner
Special Occasion

Popularity Score

60/100

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