Risotto Recipe for One: Your Solo Comfort Meal

This creamy, dreamy risotto for one is a comforting bowl of Italian goodness, perfect for when you want a solo indulgence without the fuss.

Feeling fancy but dining solo? Meet your new go-to: the Perfect One-Person Risotto! Creamy, dreamy, and oh-so easy, this recipe is your ticket to a one-way trip to Flavor Town—no golden ticket required. Dive in for step-by-step magic that’ll transform your humble kitchen into a Michelin-starred paradise.

Risotto: The Ultimate Comfort Dish

Craving some creamy delight? Risotto is here to wrap you in its savory embrace! Perfect for a solo, feel-like-a-master-chef night in. This creamy Italian wonder is your ticket to culinary euphoria. Time to get your gourmet on!– Cooking Method: Stove-top – Prep Time: 10 minutes – Cook Time: 30 minutes – Cuisine Type: Italian

Ingredients

• 1/4 cup Arborio rice
• 2 cups chicken or vegetable broth
• 1/4 cup dry white wine
• 1/4 small onion, finely chopped
• 1 clove garlic, minced
• 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
• 1 tablespoon unsalted butter
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• Salt and pepper to taste
• Optional: Fresh parsley for garnish

Cooking Instructions

1. Heat the broth in a small saucepan over low heat. Keep warm.
2. In a medium-sized saucepan, heat olive oil over medium heat.
3. Add chopped onion and cook until translucent, about 5 minutes. Stir occasionally.
4. Throw in the garlic and cook for another minute, but don’t let them party too long—burnt garlic is a party crasher!
5. Add the Arborio rice to the saucepan, stirring constantly, for about 2 minutes. The rice should look slightly translucent.
6. Pour in the white wine and stir until it’s almost fully absorbed.
7. Begin adding the warm broth, one ladle at a time, stirring constantly. Add more broth only when the previous ladleful is almost absorbed. Repeat until the rice is creamy and al dente, about 18-20 minutes. Keep your biceps engaged!
8. Remove from heat and stir in the butter and Parmesan cheese. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
9. Let the risotto relax for a couple of minutes before serving. Garnish with fresh parsley if desired.

Suggestions

• Alternative Ingredients: Try adding sautéed mushrooms, asparagus, or peas for extra oomph.
• Garnishing Options: Fresh basil, a zest of lemon, or even a curl of Prosciutto.
• Cooking Tips: Stir, stir, stir! Constant motion is key to creamy perfection. If you’re feeling adventurous, finish with a splash of truffle oil.