Recipe of Risotto with Porcini Mushrooms

Ingredients

• 2 cups Arborio rice
• 1/2 ounce dried Porcini mushrooms
• 1 onion, finely chopped
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1/2 cup dry white wine
• 4 cups chicken or vegetable broth, hot
• 1/2 cup Parmesan cheese, grated
• 2 tablespoons butter
• Salt and black pepper to taste
• Fresh parsley for garnish

Directions

1. 1

   Soak the dried Porcini mushrooms in hot water for 15 minutes. Drain and chop them.

2. 2

   In a pan, sauté the onion and garlic in butter until translucent. Add Arborio rice and cook until lightly toasted.

3. 3

   Pour in the white wine and cook until evaporated. Begin adding hot broth, one ladle at a time, stirring until absorbed.

4. 4

   After 15 minutes, add the chopped Porcini mushrooms to the risotto.

5. 5

   Continue adding broth and stirring until the rice is creamy and cooked al dente.

6. 6

   Remove from heat, stir in Parmesan, and season with salt and pepper.

7. 7

   Garnish with fresh parsley and serve immediately. Enjoy your authentic Risotto con Funghi Porcini!