Risotto

risotto Risotto is a northern Italian rice dish, made by cooking an absorbent medium-grain Italian rice briefly in a little flavored oil or butter, then gradually adding hot water or broth, while stirring, until the rice has cooked. Most risottos are finished off with grated cheese—Parmigiano-Reggiano, usually—and often butter too. Most risotto is served as the pasta course in an Italian meal; some may be served as a main course. See Index for recipes.