Risotto with Artichokes
Prep Time
10 Minutes
Cook Time
30 Minutes
Yield
Serves 4-6
Description
Most ingredients are available in the market!
Ingredients
6 ea Artichoke Hearts
6 cups Chicken Stock
4 1/2 tbsp Butter
2 tbsp Extra Virgin Olive Oil
1 ea Onion, Finely Chopped
2 cups Carnaroli Rice
3 tbsp Parmesan Cheese, Grated
1 cup Sparkling Wine
Salt and Freshly Ground Black Pepper to Taste
1 tbsp Flat-Leaf Parsley, Minced
Method of Preparation
1. Cut the artichokes into very thin slices.
2. Set aside half of the slices.
3. Melt 1/2 tbsp of butter with 1 tbsp olive oil in a medium sauté pan over medium heat.
4. Add the artichokes and sauté for 3 minutes, then set aside.
5. Bring the stock to a boil in a medium saucepan, then reduce the heat and keep at a bare simmer.
6. Melt 1 tbsp of the butter with the olive oil in a large, heavy saucepan over medium heat.
7. Add the onion and cook, stirring constantly, for 3 minutes.
8. Add the rice and cook, stirring constantly, for 3 minutes.
9. Make sure every grain is coated with butter and oil.
10. Add 1/2 cup of the sparkling wine.
11. Add 1 cup of the stock and stir until the liquid is absorbed.
12. Add the uncooked, sliced artichokes.
13. Continue adding stock, about 1/2 cup at a time, stirring frequently and making sure all the liquid is absorbed before adding more stock.
14. Cook until the rice is just tender and creamy, about 15 to 20 minutes.
15. You may have some leftover stock.
16. Remove the pan from the heat and stir in the remaining 3 tbsp butter, the Parmesan cheese, the remaining sparkling wine and salt and pepper to taste.
17. Let the risotto rest for a minute or two before serving.
18. Serve topped with the sautéed artichokes and a sprinkle of parsley.
Recipe Source
Tales of Risotto, Culinary Adventures from Villa d’Este by Jean Govoni Salvadore and Luciano Parolari