Gluten-Free, Vegetarian, Italian (Print Version)

Ingredients:

01 - 1 cup gluten-free Arborio rice.
02 - 4 cups vegetable or chicken broth, warmed.
03 - 2 tablespoons olive oil.
04 - 1 small onion, finely chopped.
05 - 2 cloves garlic, minced.
06 - 8 oz (225g) mixed mushrooms (such as cremini, shiitake, and button), sliced.
07 - 1/2 cup white wine (make sure it is gluten-free).
08 - 2 tablespoons butter.
09 - 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese.
10 - Salt and pepper, to taste.
11 - Fresh parsley, chopped (optional).

Instructions:

01 - Warm the broth in a separate pot and keep it simmering on low heat.
02 - In a large skillet or Dutch oven, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and cook until it is translucent, about 3-4 minutes. Add the minced garlic and cook for another minute, until fragrant.
03 - Add the sliced mushrooms to the skillet and cook until they release their moisture and start to brown, about 5 minutes.
04 - Add the gluten-free Arborio rice to the skillet and stir to coat the rice in oil and mix with the onion and mushrooms. Cook for about 1-2 minutes.
05 - Add the gluten-free white wine to the skillet and stir until the liquid is mostly absorbed, about 2-3 minutes.
06 - Add 1 cup of warmed broth to the rice mixture and stir constantly until the liquid is mostly absorbed. Repeat this process, adding the broth in 1-cup increments, and waiting for it to be absorbed before adding more. This process should take about 20-25 minutes, or until the rice is cooked and creamy.
07 - When the rice is cooked, remove the skillet from the heat. Stir in the butter and Parmesan cheese until they are fully incorporated and the risotto is creamy.
08 - Season the risotto with salt and pepper to taste. Serve immediately, garnished with chopped fresh parsley if desired.

Notes:

01 - The recipe uses gluten-free Arborio rice, making it safe for those with gluten intolerance.
02 - A variety of mushrooms provides a rich flavor profile.
03 - Warming the broth aids in maintaining a consistent cooking temperature.
04 - Adding gluten-free white wine ensures the dish remains gluten-free.
05 - The traditional risotto method involves adding broth incrementally for the desired creamy texture.
06 - The final additions of butter and Parmesan enhance flavor and texture.

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