Classic Risotto
Risotto is one of the most popular dishes of Italian cuisine. The main ingredients for risotto are round rice, vegetable or chicken broth, onion and butter. If desired, you can use additives: mushrooms, seafood, chicken, vegetables. However, all options are based on the classic recipe, having mastered which, you can easily cook risotto with the addition of other ingredients.
How to cook Classic Risotto
Step 1

Chop the onion into small cubes.
Step 2

Grate the cheese on a fine grater.
Step 3

Melt a little butter in a saucepan, saucepan or frying pan with high sides, then add vegetable oil to it.
Step 4

Add the onion to the saucepan and fry until translucent over low heat for 2–3 minutes.
Step 5

Pour one third of the broth into the onions and bring it to a boil.
Step 6

Then add rice to the broth.
Step 7

Cook the risotto over low heat, stirring constantly, until the broth is completely absorbed into the rice. Add another third of the broth and repeat.
Step 8

Then add grated cheese, herbs, butter, salt and ground black pepper to taste to this (or a separate) saucepan with rice.
Step 9

Mix the risotto thoroughly and let it sit for 5-7 minutes. Serve the risotto hot, with a French baguette. Enjoy!
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