Cheddar Risotto
4 servings
50 minutes
Cheddar risotto is a cozy, rich, and creamy dish of Italian cuisine that delights with its texture and deep flavor. The classic risotto, known for its creaminess, gains savory notes from cheddar and Dijon mustard, creating a harmony of rich cheese and tender rice. This recipe hails from traditional Northern Italian cooking where starchy Arborio rice transforms into a velvety base. White wine adds a slight acidity while vegetable broth enriches the flavor with natural depth. Cheddar risotto is a wonderful choice for a cozy dinner and pairs well with crusty baguette and fresh green salads. This dish is perfect on its own or accompanied by a light white wine that highlights its rich palette of aromas.
1
Heat the butter in a deep skillet. Finely chop the onion and sauté for 2-3 minutes. Add the rice and cook for about a minute over medium heat. Increase the heat, start adding wine and mustard, stirring constantly until all the liquid is absorbed.
- Butter: 1 tablespoon
- Leek: 2 pieces
- Arborio rice: 1.5 glass
- Dry white wine: 0.5 glass
- Dijon mustard: 0.5 teaspoon
2
Vegetable broth should be preheated. Pour it into the rice one cup at a time, adding the next cup only after the previous one is fully absorbed. Cook the rice for about 20 minutes.
- Vegetable broth: 4 glasss
3
Grate the cheese and add it to the rice until it completely melts.
- Cheddar cheese: 1 glass