Description
This creamy tomato and Prosciutto risotto blends rich flavors and textures into a comforting Italian classic. Perfect for elevating your weeknight dinner or impressing at any dinner party.
Ingredients
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- Chicken Broth: 6 cups (low sodium)
- Extra Virgin Olive Oil: 2 tablespoons, divided
- Prosciutto: 4 ounces, sliced
- Yellow Onion: 1/2, finely chopped
- Garlic Cloves: 2, minced
- Arborio Rice: 2 1/2 cups
- Dry White Wine: 1/2 cup
- Cherry Tomatoes: 10 ounces, halved
- Basil Leaves: 1/2 cup lightly packed, plus extra for garnish
- Parmesan Cheese: 3/4 cup, grated, plus more for serving
- Salt and Black Pepper: to taste
Instructions
- Simmer the Broth:
- Keep chicken broth simmering in a pot on medium heat. Adjust heat to prevent boiling.
- Crisp the Prosciutto:
- Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil in a large pot. Cook prosciutto until crispy, about 2-3 minutes. Remove and set aside.
- Sauté Onions and Garlic:
- In the same pot, sauté onion and garlic until tender and translucent, about 5 minutes.
- Toast the Rice:
- Stir in Arborio rice. Cook until it becomes fragrant, about 2-3 minutes. Deglaze with white wine, stirring until mostly evaporated.
- Cook the Risotto:
- Gradually add hot broth to the rice, stirring until each addition is absorbed before adding more. Continue until risotto is creamy and al dente.
- Sauté Tomatoes:
- In a separate skillet, heat the remaining olive oil. Add tomatoes and basil with a pinch of salt, cooking until just tender, about 5 minutes.
- Finish the Risotto:
- Fold in the crispy prosciutto, sautéed tomatoes, and grated parmesan into the risotto. Adjust seasoning with salt and pepper.
- Serve:
- Garnish with additional parmesan cheese and fresh basil leaves.
Notes
- Choosing Rice: Arborio rice is key for creamy, authentic risotto.
- Broth Temperature: Always use warm broth to maintain the cooking temperature.
- Stirring Technique: Stir enough to prevent sticking without making the risotto gluey.
- Adding Veggies: Cook vegetables separately to maintain their texture and add them at the end.
- Prep Time: 15 mins
- Cook Time: 30 mins
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Italian