FRANCESCA'S RISI E BICI

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I got this delicious recipe from a sweet elderly italian lady. It's so simple to make and tastes great. Francesca always told me to use good quality cheese and wine, because you can taste the difference.

Provided by Baby Kato

Categories     Rice

Time 1h

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 14

1/2 teaspoon saffron thread
4 cups chicken stock, very hot
3 tablespoons butter, unsalted
1/4 cup fresh fennel, chopped
1/4 cup onion, sweet, chopped
1/8 cup cremini mushroom, finely sliced
1 cup arborio rice
1/2 cup white wine, dry
2 cups peas, petite, fresh (frozen & thawed)
1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
1 cup parmesan cheese, grated, good quality
1/4 teaspoon nutmeg, freshly ground
1/4 teaspoon salt, sea, fine
1/8 teaspoon pepper, black, fresh ground

Steps:

  • Put the saffron threads into the hot chicken stock to steep(keep warm).
  • Melt butter in saucepan over medium heat, stir in fennel, onion and mushrooms and saute 4 minutes.
  • Add the rice to the vegetable mixture, stir frequently until rice is shiny and has begun to absorb the butter.
  • Lower the heat and add the wine, stirring constantly until the wine is absorbed.
  • Next pour in 1/4 cup of the hot stock, stir constantly until the stock is absorbed, do this 1/4 cup at at time until all the stock has been absorbed by the rice.
  • Stir in the peas and olive oil cook an additional 3 minutes.
  • Remove from heat and stir in 1/2 cup of parmesan cheese, salt, pepper and nutmeg.
  • Cover and let stand for 5 minutes.
  • Sprinkle the remaining parmesan cheese on top of the rice just before serving.

Frederico Fonseca
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I can't wait to try this recipe! It looks so delicious.


Mimi Jones
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This is a great recipe for a special occasion. It's elegant and delicious.


Dipesh Thapa
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I love the combination of flavors in this dish. It's a perfect balance of sweet and savory.


Josephine Pablo Valmores
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This recipe is so easy to follow, even for a beginner cook like me. It turned out great!


Sana Askari
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I'm not usually a fan of pasta dishes, but this one is amazing. I'll definitely be making it again.


Amber Vickery
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This is a great recipe for a crowd. It's easy to make and everyone loves it.


Nometube
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I've made this recipe several times and it's always a success. It's a great weeknight meal.


Keriya Abdulakim
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I made this for a dinner party and it was a hit! Everyone loved it.


Nathaniel McConnell
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This recipe is a bit time-consuming, but it's worth it. The end result is a delicious and impressive dish.


Sue Esmann
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The flavors in this dish are incredible! I highly recommend it.


jaegerjaquez Grimmjow
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I wasn't sure about this recipe at first, but I'm so glad I tried it! It's now one of my favorites.


ABBAS HASAN ZADEH
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This was a great recipe! I followed it exactly and it turned out perfect. My family loved it.


Justice Kwame-Kumah
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I love this recipe! It's so simple, yet so delicious. I always get compliments when I make it.


Achillies Rivera
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This recipe is a keeper! The flavors are amazing and it's so easy to make. I've already made it twice and it's been a hit both times.