TOMATO BASIL RISOTTO
The basic risotto recipe can be used to make many different risottos. Try potato and mushroom - cook 1 small potato that has been diced small, until done (about 2 minutes) Drain. Saute 6 sliced mushrooms. Make the basic risotto recipe, then add the potatoes and mushrooms after stirring in the butter.
Provided by Kathy W
Categories Other Main Dishes
Time 40m
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- 1. Heat oil in a heavy, non-stick 2 quart pot. saute onion in oil until transluscent.
- 2. Add rice and stir until grains are coated with oil.
- 3. Add wine and stir constantly, on medium heat, until wine is absorbed. (If you do not wish to use wine, use broth)
- 4. Add 1 cup stock, stirring until liquid is absorbed. Continue to add stock, one cup at a time, stirring and allowing liquid to absorb before adding the next cup. This will take about 30 minutes or so. The rice, when done, should be be firm with a little bite in the center or al dente.
- 5. Remove from heat, add cheese and stir until melted.
- 6. Add butter and quickly stir until melted. add salt and pepper to taste.
- 7. Gently add the tomatoes and basil and serve.
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