Christmas is drawing near, and you most certainly have already begun making preparations for the ideal Christmas party for your family, right mum? Why not shake things up a little bit and give your holiday feast a little bit of an Italian twist? With our Chrissy Risotto recipe, you’re sure to do that and so much more. Let's not make those tiny tummies wait any longer and get started with this simple dish that you’ll want to permanently add to your mealtime or afternoon snack routine!
What Makes This Italian Dish So Popular?
Risotto is an authentic Italian dish that can be served either as the main course or as a side. This dish uses a short grain variety of rice known as risotto rice. In this recipe, risotto rice is cooked in broth, which not only imparts taste but also helps the rice achieve a creamy consistency. Parmesan cheese is yet another essential component. It is responsible for giving the dish its distinctive flavour and luxurious creamy texture.
There are many reasons why risotto has become one of the most popular party foods. People like both the smooth texture and its rich flavour. Additionally, risotto is an extremely versatile dish because it can be prepared using a variety of different ingredients, starting with the simmering liquid you choose or the add-ins you choose to really elevate the taste. And here’s the best thing -contrary to popular belief, despite being intimidating, risotto is not a complicated dish to make. You’ll love how easy it is to work this crowd-pleaser into your busy schedule. So bonus points for you, mum!
If you like this recipe, you’ll enjoy the other nine included in WMBT’s booklet, "Summery Holidays". It showcases a nourishing and delicious spread fit for the holidays and festive celebrations. Rocking party preps during the busiest time of the year have never been this easy-peasy! So be sure to check that one out, too.
Risotto Secrets Revealed
Risotto can be prepared in a variety of different ways, but there are two things that you should always keep in mind when creating this dish:
First, make sure that you have the right proportion of rice to stock. The ideal is 1:1.5. This means that you will need 1.5 cups of stock for every cup of rice. Make sure you use high quality stock as it will play an important role in the dish. Here’s the first place you can add some variety, such as incorporating a splash of white wine.
Second, make sure to stir constantly. You have to be willing to put in the work in order to get the optimal amount of creaminess in your risotto.
Once you've got the risotto down pat, everyone will want to take some home. That’s why we love these silicone Snackies for both storage and presentation (not to mention easy cleanup!). With so many colours to choose from, they will liven up any holiday table. Before long, you won’t have enough silicone containers to go around.
Present Our Original Chrissy Risotto
This bright, fresh take on an Italian classic is guaranteed to be a feast for the senses because it tastes just as good as it looks on the plate! The magic of this one-of-a-kind risotto snack box happens in about thirty-five minutes. If you’re really tight on time, you can have a big kid help with the stirring while you prep the remaining ingredients. Let's get this party started!
Makes 5 Snackies | Prep 35 minutes
Ingredients
- 1 onion, chopped very finely
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Risotto rice 300 g (1 ½ cup)
- *White wine, 125 millilitres (half a cup)
- 1 litre or about five cups' worth of vegetable broth
- Tomatoes, cherry, 250 grammes (1 punnet), halved and weighed
- 50 grammes (half a cup) of parmesan that has been finely grated
- A handful of fresh parsley that has been finely chopped
- Peas, 300 g (2 cups)
- Salt
Method
Sauté the onion in the olive oil until it is completely tender and transparent.
Sauté the risotto rice for 2-3 minutes, or until transparent.
After pouring in the white wine, continue to whisk the mixture for a total of three minutes.
Rice should be stirred often throughout the gentle simmering of the vegetable stock for around 15 minutes, or until the liquid is completely absorbed and the rice is cooked.
Before adding the tomatoes, parmesan, and parsley to the peas, wait two minutes for the peas to reach the desired temperature.
*One thing to keep in mind when preparing Chrissy Risotto is to replace the white wine with an additional 125ml of vegetable stock if you are going to be serving the dish to the little ones.
That wraps it up! You'll have a delicious and healthy serving of risotto in under an hour, which you can serve during your Christmas party or store in a silicone snack box in the fridge for later.
Best Time To Serve This Risotto Dish
As mentioned earlier, our Chrissy Risotto is such a versatile dish that you can serve it at practically any event throughout the year. Mums, you can prepare this delectable dish for different occasions such as potlucks, picnics, and birthday parties. All you have to do is to place it in a Snackie silicone storage container and serve it on the table. Because it is both delicious and nutritious, we are certain that our Chrissy Risotto will be a hit!
Add More Ingredients As You Wish
The wonderful thing about our risotto recipe is that you do not have to strictly follow our ingredient list. You can adjust it in the same way that we did by replacing white wine with vegetable broth. Here are some ideas to make your Chrissy Risotto an even more sumptuous dish!
- Roasted shrimp. The roasted shrimp that you add to your risotto not only enhances the flavour of the dish but complements it aesthetically and texture-wise.
- Crispy chicken. The little ones are going to absolutely love this new addition! Your risotto's creamy smoothness is well highlighted by the contrasting crunchiness of the chicken.
- Egg-celent risotto. When paired with a fried or poached egg, the yolk will provide an additional layer of creaminess, making it yet another winning addition.
- More cheese, please! We cannot get enough of cheese, so add your favourite variety to bring an extra zing of cheesy-goodness to the dish.
- Veggie-licious. Mix in the veggies your family loves most, like broccoli, cauliflower, carrots, squash, asparagus, or artichokes.
When it comes to a dish as versatile as Chrissy Risotto, the varieties you invent are virtually limitless. Feel free to experiment to find out which additional components of this recipe produce the most remarkable results!
Start Your Risotto Party Today
We cannot wait for you to start creating your own Chrissy Risotto! All you have to do is follow these easy instructions and you are well on your way to make the best risotto for your family and friends to enjoy. Bon appétit!
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