Creamy Wild Mushroom Risotto

Ingredients and Weight:

• 500g Italian Risotto Rice
• 700ml Chicken or Vegetable Stock
• 100g Wild Mushrooms (Fresh or Dried), cleaned and sliced
• 50g Butter
• 50g Grated Parmesan Cheese
• 2 tbsp. Extra Virgin Olive Oil
• Salt and pepper to taste

Preparation Time:

• Preparation: 15 minutes
• Cooking: 30-40 minutes
• Total Time: 45-55 minutes

Difficulty Level: Level 4 (Moderate difficulty)

Preparation Method Steps:

1. In a large saucepan, bring chicken or vegetable stock to a boil. Reduce to a low simmer.
2. Heat the olive oil and butter in a separate, deep pot over medium heat.
3. Add the rice to the pot and stir continuously until each grain is coated with oil and butter.
4. Pour in the hot stock, a ladleful at a time, allowing the rice to absorb the liquid before adding more. Stir frequently.
5. Once the rice is tender and creamy, add the cleaned and sliced wild mushrooms. Stir and cook for another 5 minutes.
6. Add salt and pepper to taste. Stir in the parmesan cheese.
7. Serve immediately with a sprinkle of parmesan cheese on top (optional).

Nutritional Information:

• Calories: Each serving provides around 400 calories (depending on ingredients used).
• Carbohydrates: Rice is a good source of carbs, providing energy for the body.
• Fat: Butter and olive oil add healthy fats to the dish.
• Protein: Parmesan cheese adds protein to the dish.

Dish Characteristics:

• Creamy and rich texture due to the use of risotto rice and butter.
• Full of flavor from the combination of wild mushrooms and parmesan cheese.
• A perfect blend of American taste with traditional Italian cuisine.

User Comments:

• "The dish was delicious! The combination of flavors was perfect."
• "The risotto was creamy and the wild mushrooms added a unique flavor."
• "I loved the dish, especially the parmesan cheese on top."

Special Precautions and Tips:

• Use low-fat options like vegetable stock and low-fat cheese if concerned about fat content.
• Clean and slice the wild mushrooms well to ensure they are free from dirt or impurities.
• Adjust the seasoning according to your taste preference.