Description
Rich flavors and textures combine in this comforting Italian classic. Perfect for a weeknight dinner or a special occasion.
Ingredients
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- 6 cups (1420 ml) Chicken Broth
- 2 tbsp Extra Virgin Olive Oil
- 4 oz (113 g) Prosciutto
- 1/2 Yellow Onion
- 2 Garlic Cloves
- 2 1/2 cups (592 ml) Arborio Rice
- 1/2 cup (118 ml) Dry White Wine
- 10 oz (283 g) Cherry Tomatoes
- 1/2 cup (47 ml) Basil Leaves
- 3/4 cup (177 ml) Parmesan Cheese
- Salt and Black Pepper
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
- For a richer flavor, use homemade chicken broth.
- If you don’t have Arborio rice, Carnaroli or Vialone Nano are acceptable substitutes.
- Leftovers can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 2 days and reheated gently on the stovetop.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 ½ cups
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 5
- Sodium: 600
- Fat: 25
- Saturated Fat: 10
- Unsaturated Fat: 12
- Carbohydrates: 50
- Fiber: 4
- Protein: 15
- Cholesterol: 40