Mushroom Risotto To Die For Recipes

GOURMET MUSHROOM RISOTTO

Steps:

• In a saucepan, warm the broth over low heat.
• Warm 2 tablespoons olive oil in a large saucepan over medium-high heat. Stir in the mushrooms, and cook until soft, about 3 minutes. Remove mushrooms and their liquid, and set aside.
• Add 1 tablespoon olive oil to skillet, and stir in the shallots. Cook 1 minute. Add rice, stirring to coat with oil, about 2 minutes. When the rice has taken on a pale, golden color, pour in wine, stirring constantly until the wine is fully absorbed. Add 1/2 cup broth to the rice, and stir until the broth is absorbed. Continue adding broth 1/2 cup at a time, stirring continuously, until the liquid is absorbed and the rice is al dente, about 15 to 20 minutes.
• Remove from heat, and stir in mushrooms with their liquid, butter, chives, and parmesan. Season with salt and pepper to taste.

MUSHROOM RISOTTO TO DIE FOR

Steps:

• Melt half the butter in a pan. Chop bacon and fry with the onion for five minutes. Transfer to a plate.
• Add remaining butter and oil to the pan.Stir fry the mushrooms for five minutes. Transfer to a plate.
• Add rice and garlic to pan. Cook for one minute. Add wine and bring to the boil. Simmer until the liquid is almost absorbed. Add remaining stock. Bring to the boil and simmer, stirring occasionally, until absorbed.
• Return the bacon, onions and mushrooms to the pan. Heat until the rice is creamy. Stir in the cheese and basil. Serve garnished with basil leaves and extra parmesan.