Creamy Red Wine Risotto (Print Version)
# Ingredients:
→ Main ingredients
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150g risotto rice (Arborio or Vialone varieties)
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2 medium red onions, thinly sliced
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6-8 dried soft tomatoes (not oil-packed)
→ Liquids & seasonings
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200ml dry red wine
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450ml vegetable broth
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1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
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1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
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1 teaspoon brown sugar
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1 teaspoon fresh or dried rosemary, chopped
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Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
→ To finish the dish
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1 teaspoon butter
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2-3 tablespoons freshly grated Pecorino or Parmesan cheese
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Fresh parsley, chopped, for garnish
# Instructions:
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Slice the red onions into thin strips. Heat the olive oil in a large pot or deep skillet over medium-low heat. Add the onions and cook gently for about 15 minutes until they become soft and translucent. Sprinkle with brown sugar and deglaze with balsamic vinegar, stirring to combine.
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While the onions are caramelizing, finely chop the dried tomatoes. In a separate small pot, bring the vegetable broth to a simmer and keep it hot.
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Add the rice, chopped dried tomatoes, and rosemary to the caramelized onions. Stir for about a minute to toast the rice slightly. Pour in the red wine and cook, stirring frequently, until most of the liquid has been absorbed.
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Begin adding the hot broth to the rice mixture about 1/2 cup at a time. Stir constantly and wait until each addition is almost completely absorbed before adding more. Continue this process for approximately 20 minutes until the rice is tender but still has a slight bite (al dente).
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Season with salt and pepper to taste. Remove from heat and stir in the butter and grated cheese. Cover and let rest for 3-4 minutes to allow the flavors to meld and the risotto to become perfectly creamy.
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Spoon the risotto into warm bowls, garnish with chopped fresh parsley and additional grated cheese if desired. This pairs beautifully with a crisp green salad and a glass of the same red wine used in cooking.
# Notes:
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Risotto requires constant attention - you'll need to stir regularly throughout the cooking process to achieve the perfect creamy texture.
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Always add hot broth to the rice - cold liquid will interrupt the cooking process and result in uneven cooking.