Name: Creamy Risotto
Prep time: 5 min
Cook time: 25 min
Total time: 30 min
Yield: 6 Servings
Cuisine: Italian

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March 6, 2026

My family is obsessed with my Creamy Risotto recipe. This classic Italian dish is a symphony of flavors and textures, with tender arborio rice slowly simmered in a rich broth until it becomes lusciously creamy. Get ready to savor every bite of this comforting and satisfying dish in only 30 minutes.

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Creamy Risotto

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Instructions

Bring chicken stock to a simmer over medium-low heat.

In a large pot, heat oil and 2 Tbsp of butter over medium heat until melted.

Saute shallots and garlic until tender, being careful not to brown the shallots or garlic.

Add rice and stir for 2 minutes, making sure rice is evenly coated with butter.

Add wine to rice, stirring regularly.

When wine is completely absorbed by the rice, add a cup of the hot stock.

Continue to add stock, 1 cup at a time once the previous cup is absorbed by the rice.

Stir rice continually. After 18 minutes, remove the rice from the heat and add the parmesan cheese and 1 Tbsp of butter, stirring until melted.

Stir in cream until mixed well.

Add any other cooked components at this time (proteins, vegetables, etc.)

Season with salt and pepper to taste.

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Tips & Tricks (5)

Toast Your Rice First 🍚
Toast the arborio rice in butter and oil for 1-2 minutes before adding wine to seal the exterior, ensuring a creamy interior while maintaining the rice's structure and preventing mushiness.
Keep Stock at a Gentle Simmer 🫖
Maintain your chicken stock at a constant gentle simmer in a separate pot rather than cold stock, as this prevents temperature shock and ensures even, consistent cooking of the rice throughout.
Add Stock Gradually and Stir Constantly ✋
Add hot stock one ladle at a time and stir continuously for the full 18-20 minutes—this friction releases the rice's natural starches, which create the signature creamy texture that defines authentic risotto.
Finish with Cold Butter Technique 🧈
Remove from heat and vigorously whisk in cold butter and freshly grated Parmesan for 30 seconds to create an emulsion that amplifies creaminess far more effectively than cream alone.
Bloom Your Aromatics in Oil First 🧄
Cook minced garlic and shallots in olive oil for 2-3 minutes over medium heat until fragrant but not browned, building a flavorful base that infuses the entire dish without overpowering delicate ingredients.

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Hi! I’m Christina… welcome to my kitchen! It’s so nice to meet you! I share tried and true recipes that anyone can make. I believe, if you can read, you can cook.