Best 5 Risotto Al Forno Recipes

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Risotto al forno is a classic Italian dish made with rice, vegetables, and cheese. It is typically cooked in a casserole dish and baked in the oven. The result is a creamy, flavorful dish that is perfect for a special occasion or a weeknight meal. In this article, we will explore this delicious dish and provide you with a range of recipes to choose from, so you can find the perfect risotto al forno recipe for your taste and skill level.

Here are our top 5 tried and tested recipes!

RISO AL FORNO (ITALIAN BAKED RICE)



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Rice, cheese, and tomato sauce bake to make a delicious dinner. This versatile dish will make everyone happy. Leftovers make excellent arancini.

Provided by Buckwheat Queen

Categories     Side Dish     Rice Side Dish Recipes

Time 1h10m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 16

¾ cup grated Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese
½ cup dry bread crumbs
3 tablespoons olive oil
1 yellow onion, sliced
1 (23 ounce) jar tomato puree (passata)
1 cup low-sodium vegetable broth
1 cup frozen peas
¼ cup chopped fresh basil
1 tablespoon dried oregano
1 tablespoon dried thyme
1 clove garlic, minced
1 teaspoon coarsely ground black pepper
½ teaspoon red pepper flakes
1 ¼ cups uncooked short-grain white rice
water as needed
1 cup cubed provolone cheese

Steps:

  • Mix Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese and bread crumbs together in a bowl; set aside.
  • Heat olive oil in a Dutch oven over medium heat. Add onion and saute until tender and translucent, about 8 minutes. Add passata, vegetable broth, peas, basil, oregano, thyme, garlic, pepper, and red pepper flakes. Stir, bring to a simmer, and cook for 5 minutes. Add rice; mix well. Cover and simmer, adding a bit of water if necessary to keep rice from sticking to the bottom, until tender, about 18 minutes.
  • While the rice is cooking, preheat the oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).
  • Remove the Dutch oven from the stove and gently stir in provolone cheese. Sprinkle reserved bread crumb mixture on top.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until bubbly and browned on top, about 15 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 443 calories, Carbohydrate 57.6 g, Cholesterol 24 mg, Fat 16.7 g, Fiber 5.8 g, Protein 17 g, SaturatedFat 6.7 g, Sodium 909.1 mg, Sugar 8.6 g

RISOTTO ALLA MILANESE



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Typical Italian risotto as the tradition of my city wants it. Directly from Milano I send you this wonderful recipe!

Provided by Manuela

Categories     Main Dish Recipes     Rice     Risotto Recipes

Time 40m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 ¾ cups uncooked Arborio rice
½ cup unsalted butter, divided
1 ½ quarts beef stock
3 tablespoons beef marrow
1 onion, thinly sliced
1 teaspoon saffron powder
¾ cup dry white wine
salt to taste
1 ½ cups grated Parmesan cheese

Steps:

  • Melt half of the butter in a medium saucepan over low heat. Simmer the onion and beef marrow in the butter for about 10 minutes. When the onion is soft, remove the onion and marrow from the pan using a slotted spoon, and set aside. (I like to leave the onions in.)
  • Saute the rice in the pan over medium heat for 5 to 7 minutes, or until lightly toasted. Stir constantly so the rice will not stick and burn. Stir in one ladle of beef stock, and keep stirring until it is mostly absorbed, ladling and stirring in more of the broth as well as the white wine in the same manner, until the rice is almost al dente. Stir in the saffron, remaining butter, and 3/4 cup of Parmesan cheese. Turn off the heat, cover and let sit for 4 or 5 minutes.
  • Serve as a bed for ossibuchi or by itself with as much of the remaining Parmesan cheese sprinkled over as you like.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 834 calories, Carbohydrate 90.3 g, Cholesterol 94 mg, Fat 35.4 g, Fiber 2.3 g, Protein 27.7 g, SaturatedFat 21.6 g, Sodium 710.8 mg, Sugar 6.3 g

RISOTTO AL SALTO



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Provided by Giada De Laurentiis

Categories     appetizer

Time 11m

Yield 1 serving

Number Of Ingredients 15

Olive oil flavored cooking spray
1/2 cup Risotto with Mushrooms and Peas, recipe follows, cold
1 to 2 tablespoons grated Parmesan
8 cups canned low-salt chicken broth
1/2-ounce dried porcini mushrooms
1/4 cup unsalted butter
2 tablespoons olive oil
2 cups finely chopped onions
10 ounces white mushrooms, finely chopped
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 1/2 cups Arborio rice or short-grain white rice
2/3 cup dry white wine
3/4 cup frozen peas, thawed
2/3 cup grated Parmesan
Salt and freshly ground black pepper, optional

Steps:

  • Spray cooking spray into a small non-stick skillet over medium-high heat. Shape the risotto into a round patty and add to the skillet. Cook for 2 to 3 minutes until the risotto is golden brown on the bottom and set around the edges. Use a spatula to turn the risotto patty and cook for another 2 to 3 minutes. Slide the risotto onto a plate, sprinkle Parmesan on top and serve.
  • Bring the broth to a simmer in a heavy medium saucepan. Add the porcini mushrooms. Set aside until the mushrooms are tender, about 5 minutes. Keep the broth warm over very low heat.
  • Melt the butter in a heavy large saucepan over medium heat. Add olive oil. Add the onions and saute until tender, about 8 minutes. Add the white mushrooms and garlic. Using a slotted spoon, transfer the porcini mushrooms to a cutting board. Finely chop the mushrooms and add to the saucepan. Saute until the mushrooms are tender and the juices evaporate, about 5 minutes. Stir in the rice and let it toast for a few minutes. Add the wine; cook until the liquid is absorbed, stirring often, about 2 minutes. Add 1 cup of hot broth; simmer over medium-low heat until the liquid is absorbed, stirring often, about 3 minutes. Continue to cook until the rice is just tender and the mixture is creamy, adding more broth by cupfuls and stirring often, about 28 minutes (the rice will absorb 6 to 8 cups of broth). Stir in the peas. Mix in the Parmesan. Season with salt and pepper, to taste.

RISOTTO AL FORNO



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Categories     Rice     Bake     Vegetarian

Yield Makes 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 14

Ingredients for making Risotto:
2 cups of Arborio rice
1 small Vidalia onion
dash of salt
5 cups of chicken broth
4 tablespoons of virgin olive oil
Ingredients for making Sauce:
4 28 oz. containers of crushed tomatoes
4 cloves of crushed garlic
6 tablespoons of virgin olive oil
½ teaspoon of salt
2 leaves of basil
Final Ingredient for Risotto al Forno:
4 cups of shredded mozzarella cheese

Steps:

  • Directions: 1) The heart of this dish is the tomato sauce so we begin with a heated large saucepot with a medium flame. Open your containers of crushed tomatoes before you continue. Pour in the virgin olive oil into the heated saucepot and sprinkle a dash of salt. Crush the garlic with the side of your chopping knife and add to heated oil (do not mince or dice the garlic; leave as larger pieces). Make sure you avoid browning the garlic by stirring constantly. Add the 4 containers of crushed tomatoes and stir. Stir occasionally and when the sauce begins to first boil, lower to simmer and add the salt and basil leaves. Let simmer for at least 30 minutes stirring often. 2) Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Next comes the risotto. In a large covered pan, sauté the chopped onion in heated pan and olive oil using medium flame. Add the salt to the onion. Sauté until onions are softened and glistening. Add the rice and chicken broth. Stir well and turn heat to simmer. Rice is done when water is absorbed, usually 25 minutes. 3) On your counter, place a deep casserole baking dish so you can mix all the final ingredients with ease. Add the cooked risotto sauce until well blended and well coated in red sauce. Reserve some sauce for the top layer. And now the crowning ingredient: our shredded mozzarella cheese! Stir in 3 cups of the shredded mozzarella cheese until evenly distributed. Flatten the mixture to a smooth top. Sprinkle the remaining 1 cup of shredded mozzarella cheese as a top layer. Ladle tomato sauce sparingly as your last layer. Bake in oven for 40 minutes. Let stand for 5 minutes. And then serve in squares using a spatula. Enjoy!

RISOTTO CON ZUCCA



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Provided by Food Network

Categories     main-dish

Time 1h10m

Yield 4 to 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 7

3 cups butternut squash, peeled and cut into cubes
1 teaspoon nutmeg
1 tablespoon olive oil
2 ounces unsalted butter
3/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
1/4 cup chopped Italian parsley
Salt and pepper

Steps:

  • In a roasting pan, place butternut squash cubes, sprinkle nutmeg, salt, pepper and olive oil over the cubes and roast in a 375 degree oven for 30 minutes or until tender. Place the roasted squash in a food processor and puree.
  • Follow the basic risotto recipe, and when beginning to add the vegetable stock to the risotto, add the butternut squash puree, stirring continuously with a wooden spoon. When the risotto is cooked al dente, add the butter, chopped Italian parsley and Parmesan cheese, continue stirring until a creamy consistency appears, serve on a platter or in individual bowls.

Tips for Making the Best Risotto al Forno

  • Use high-quality ingredients. The better the ingredients, the better the risotto will be.
  • Toast the rice before adding the liquid. This will help the rice absorb the flavors and prevent it from becoming mushy.
  • Cook the rice slowly and stir it often. This will help the rice release its starch and create a creamy sauce.
  • Add the liquid gradually. This will help the rice cook evenly and prevent it from clumping together.
  • Season the risotto to taste. Salt, pepper, and Parmesan cheese are all classic seasonings for risotto.
  • Don't overcook the risotto. It should be cooked through but still have a slight bite to it.
  • Top the risotto with your favorite toppings. Some popular toppings include grilled vegetables, roasted chicken, and sautéed shrimp.

Conclusion

Risotto al forno is a delicious and versatile dish that can be enjoyed for lunch or dinner. It is a great way to use up leftover rice and vegetables, and it can be easily customized to your liking. With a little practice, you can make perfect risotto al forno every time.

Buon Appetito!

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