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Saffron Cheese Risotto

Making a perfect risotto may seem challenging. But by following a few simple steps, you can’t go wrong.

Prep Time
15 mins
Cook Time
15 mins
Total Time
35 mins
Servings: 4 people
Calories: 585 kcal
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Mediterranean , French , Italian

Ingredients

  • 2½ cup heavy cream
  • 5 oz scamorza cheese
  • 1 l vegetable broth
  • 1 cup Carnaroli rice
  • 1 tbsp butter
  • 1 tsp saffron powder
  • 1,5 oz Parmesan Cheese
  • 10 gr salt
  • black pepper

Instructions

Cheese Cream Preparation
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  1. In a saucepan, heat the cream over medium heat.
  2. Add the cheese.Season with salt and pepper.
  3. Whisk well until the sauce is smooth.
  4. Store the sauce in a tightly closed container.
Risotto Preparation
  1. In a high-sided pot, melt the butter over medium heat.
  2. Add the Arborio or Carnaroli rice.Toast the rice well, using a spatula, for 2/3 minutes.
  3. Deglaze with a glass of white wine.Let the wine evaporate while stirring the rice often.
  4. Add vegetable broth to cover the rice.
  5. Add saffron powder or saffron threads.
  6. Season with salt.
  7. Continue cooking the rice for 15 minutes, adding broth when the rice becomes too dry.
  8. When the rice is cooked, remove from heat and add butter, Parmesan cheese, and half a ladle of broth.
  9. Mix well until the risotto is creamy and glossy.
  10. Serve on a plate as desired, adding the cheese cream as desired.

Nutrition Information

Calories 585kcal (29%) Carbohydrates 8g (3%) Protein 8g (16%) Fat 59g (91%) Saturated Fat 38g (190%) Polyunsaturated Fat 3g Monounsaturated Fat 15g Trans Fat 0.1g Cholesterol 183mg (61%) Sodium 2195mg (91%) Potassium 152mg (4%) Sugar 7g (14%) Vitamin A 2886IU (58%) Vitamin C 1mg (1%) Calcium 225mg (23%) Iron 0.2mg (1%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 4people

Amount Per Serving

Calories 585

% Daily Value*

Calories 585kcal 29%
Carbohydrates 8g 3%
Protein 8g 16%
Fat 59g 91%
Saturated Fat 38g 190%
Polyunsaturated Fat 3g 18%
Monounsaturated Fat 15g 75%
Trans Fat 0.1g 5%
Cholesterol 183mg 61%
Sodium 2195mg 91%
Potassium 152mg 3%
Sugar 7g 14%
Vitamin A 2886IU 58%
Vitamin C 1mg 1%
Calcium 225mg 23%
Iron 0.2mg 1%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.

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