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Creamy zucchini and stracchino risotto

17/11/2023

Risotto with zucchini and stracchino is a rich and creamy dish, perfect for those who love delicate flavors and enveloping textures. Here is the recipe for preparing this delicious risotto.

Ingredients

  • 320 g of risotto rice (such as Arborio or Carnaroli)
  • 2 medium zucchini
  • 150 g of stracchino cheese
  • 1 small onion
  • 1 liter of vegetable broth
  • 50 ml of dry white wine
  • 30 g of butter
  • Extra virgin olive oil
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Grated Parmesan cheese to taste (optional)
  • A few mint leaves for garnish (optional)

Preparation

  1. Start by preparing the vegetable broth and keep it warm on a low flame.
  2. Wash the zucchini thoroughly, dice them into small pieces, and set aside.
  3. Finely chop the onion and sauté it in a saucepan with a drizzle of extra virgin olive oil.
  4. Add the diced zucchini to the sauté and cook for about 5 minutes, until they start to soften.
  5. Pour the rice into the saucepan and toast it until the grains become translucent, stirring constantly.
  6. Deglaze with white wine and let the alcohol evaporate.
  7. Begin adding the hot vegetable broth, one ladle at a time, continuing to stir. Wait for the rice to absorb almost all of the broth before adding the next ladle.
  8. Continue to cook the rice, adding broth as needed, for about 16-18 minutes or until the rice is al dente.
  9. When the rice is almost cooked, adjust with salt and pepper.
  10. Remove the saucepan from the heat, incorporate butter and stracchino cheese in pieces, mixing well until you achieve a creamy texture.
  11. If desired, you can add some grated Parmesan cheese to make the risotto even more flavorful.
  12. Let the risotto rest for a few minutes before serving.
  13. Plate and, if you like, garnish with fresh mint leaves for a touch of color and freshness.

Fun Fact

Risotto is an iconic dish of Italian cuisine, originating in Lombardy but beloved in all regions. The addition of stracchino, a soft and creamy cheese typical of Lombardy, gives the risotto a unique creaminess, while the mint adds a fresh contrast. Remember to stir the risotto often during cooking to help release the rice’s starch and achieve that perfect texture that characterizes a good risotto.

Creamy zucchini and stracchino risotto