How to make Risotto 101~with Chef Frank

arborio rice

🥗Healthier: quinoa

💰Cheaper: long-grain rice

Quinoa is higher in protein, while long-grain rice is often less expensive.

white wine

🥗Healthier: non-alcoholic wine

💰Cheaper: chicken broth

Non-alcoholic wine retains flavor without alcohol, while chicken broth is budget-friendly.

parmesan cheese

🥗Healthier: nutritional yeast

💰Cheaper: grated pecorino

Nutritional yeast is dairy-free, while pecorino provides a similar flavor at a lower cost.

butter

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: margarine

Olive oil is a healthier fat option, while margarine can be less expensive.

Chop the yellow onion and garlic, making sure to remove any skins.

Heat about 1-1.5 tablespoons of olive oil in a pot over medium heat.

Add the chopped onion and sweat them without color until translucent, adding a touch of salt to draw moisture out.

Add the arborio rice to the pot and stir to coat it in the oil, allowing it to dry out without toasting.

Pour in about 1-1.5 cups of dry white wine and stir continuously until absorbed.

Gradually add the chicken stock in batches, stirring constantly until each addition is absorbed before adding more.

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