Author(s): Maxine Clark

Food

This authentic collection of the best risottos Italy has to offer features both popular favourites and lesser known dishes. An introduction to SIMPLE RISOTTOS shows how to create a basic White Risotto step-by-step and includes a Pesto Risotto and Saffron Risotto. Ideas for risottos with VEGETABLES include Butternut Squash, Sage and Chilli Risotto; Fennel and Black Olive Risotto; and Wild Mushroom Risotto. Try an extra indulgent dish with CHEESE & EGGS - choose from Mozzarella and Sun-blushed Tomato Risotto with Basil; Gorgonzola and Ricotta Risotto with Crisp Sage Leaves or Truffled Egg Risotto. Recipes for POULTRY & GAME include Chicken Liver Risotto with Vin Santo and Duck Risotto with Wilted Spinach. Hearty and satisfying options with MEAT, SAUSAGE & BACON are Salami and Borlotti Bean Risotto or Risotto with Red Wine, Mushrooms and Pancetta. A selection of FISH & SEAFOOD recipes features Caper Risotto with Grilled Tuna and Salmoriglio Sauce and Crab and Chilli Risotto. OTHER WAYS WITH RISOTTO includes variations on the risotto theme including Rice croquettes with tomato sauce.