How to Make Risotto alla Milanese - A Step-by-Step Guide

Rich and creamy, the classic Italian dish Risotto alla Milanese is a timeless comfort food that has been enjoyed by generations. Originating from Milan, this delectable dish is made with Arborio rice, saffron, and a generous amount of Parmesan cheese. The result is a velvety, luxurious risotto that is perfect for special occasions or a cozy weeknight dinner.

One of the key ingredients in Risotto alla Milanese is saffron, which imparts a beautiful golden color and a subtle, floral flav...

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Ingredients

  • 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

Information

  • Prep Time: 20 mins
  • Cook Time: 20 mins
  • Total Time: 40 mins
  • Servings: 4
  • Yield: 4 servings

  • 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

    834 cal.

    • Total Fat: 35g
    • Saturated Fat: 22g
    • Cholesterol: 94mg
    • Sodium: 711mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 90g
    • Dietary Fiber: 2g
    • Total Sugars: 6g
    • Protein: 28g
    • Vitamin C: 24mg
    • Calcium: 459mg
    • Iron: 2mg
    • Potassium: 357mg