This veggie loaded Mushroom Pea Risotto is a delicious and filling recipe. Perfect as a side dish or main course. I just love a good risotto. It is my absolute favorite food. I track down risotto anytime I am at a great Italian restaurant. And now that I can make it at home, I love to come up with fun and delicious flavors. Wine Substitutions Want to make a risotto without wine? Not a problem! You can easily omit the wine and instead add the juice of a lemon instead to ... continue reading...
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Risotto al Limone (Lemon Risotto)
This Risotto al Limone (Lemon Risotto) is so good, you will love serving it up as a side for your favorite Italian meals or as a main course with lots of vegetables. Risotto al Limone might seem a little strange but the freshness and bright flavors from the acid lift up a commonly heavy dish. Balance the flavors you love with more or less lemon, or more or less cheese. This recipe is written to bring a slight edge to the lemon flavors (we are here fore lemon risotto, after all!) and ... continue reading...
Chicken and Leek Risotto
This Chicken and Leek Risotto is a delicious variation of the Italian classic and a perfect recipe for leftover chicken or rotisserie chicken. This girl right here is obsessed with risotto. I hunt down good risotto any time I am in Italy, or at a great Italian restaurant here in the States. It is my absolute favorite food, and ever since I learned how to make it, I have been going wild with so many risotto flavors. Wine Substitutions Want to make a risotto without wine? Not ... continue reading...
Creamy Mushroom Risotto
This Creamy Mushroom Risotto can be served either as a main course or side dish. Gluten free and vegetarian Italian recipe with lots of mushroom flavor. Risotto is one of my all-time favorite foods, and possibly number one. I just LOVE a delicious risotto. I fell in love with the dish when I was in Italy for college and made it a goal to master risotto at home. Now that I know how to make a great risotto, I have taken to making as many flavor variations as I can dream ... continue reading...
Creamy Butternut Squash and Sage Risotto
Butternut Squash Sage Risotto is filled with roasted butternut squash flavor. A great side dish or main course! This post contains affiliate links. This Butternut Squash Sage Risotto makes a fantastic fall or cold weather meal whether as a side dish or as the main course. I am a HUGE fan of risotto recipes and love to make new and interesting flavors. Gluten free and vegetarian, it is also a great option as a Thanksgiving side dish recipe that can also sub as a main course for vegetarians ... continue reading...
Steak Gorgonzola Alfredo Risotto
Steak Gorgonzola Alfredo Risotto is inspired by the copycat Olive Garden restaurant pasta recipe. The risotto is filled with spinach, sun-dried tomatoes, Parmesan cheese, cream, and Gorgonzola (blue cheese) and then topped with steak. This post contains affiliate links. If you are looking for an authentic risotto, you might want to leave now. I am all about combining new flavors and dishes together for something delicious. And this risotto definitely is ... continue reading...
Chicken Pesto Risotto
This Chicken Pesto Risotto is a gluten free Italian dinner recipe that is great for the whole family! This post contains affiliate links. I am OBSESSED with risotto and once I figured out a great base recipe, watch out! I have been on a risotto kick ever since, making as many fun flavors as possible. This risotto is made with basil pesto and Parmesan cheese, and then topped with chicken. Find more of our risotto recipes here! Does the rice type really ... continue reading...
25+ Unique Risotto Recipes
My all-time favorite food is risotto! After mastering a more traditional and classic risotto recipe, I have been making variations of flavors for fun and unique dishes. Whether served as the main course or a side, these 25+ Unique Risotto Recipes are here to inspire your next meal! This round up has everything from vegetarian to seafood, chicken, sausage, and more! Basil Pesto Risotto A delicious basil pesto mixed in and on top of a Parmesan cheese risotto. ... continue reading...
Spinach Artichoke Risotto
Spinach Artichoke Risotto is a delicious, cheesy rice recipe. Serve it up as a main course, either as-is or with some shrimp or chicken, or as a side to your Italian meal. This post contains affiliate links. This Spinach Artichoke Risotto is one of my many flavor combinations for risotto. I am OBSESSED with risotto and once I figured out a great base recipe, watch out! I have been on a risotto kick ever since, making as many fun flavors as possible. Find more ... continue reading...
Cheesy Green Chile Risotto
Cheesy Green Chile Risotto is a fusion between Italian risotto and Mexican flavors. This post contains affiliate links. I am OBSESSED with risotto. I am always trying to hunt down restaurants that serve risotto, especially in Italy, because it requires love and attention in order to serve it, so it will almost always be amazing. Part of the excitement of when I do find risotto is that it is not very common since it does require some love to make it, so it makes it ... continue reading...
Mushroom Red Wine Risotto with Parmesan Cheese
Mushroom Red Wine Risotto with Parmesan Cheese is a delicious, hearty comfort food. This post contains affiliate links. While I love a LOT of food, Italian is probably my favorite genre. And within that genre, risotto is quite possibly my absolute favorite. It is difficult to find in restaurants, even in Italy, because it takes a lot of love and time to make it properly. This Mushroom Red Wine Risotto with Parmesan Cheese uses red wine instead of white wine and ... continue reading...
Basil Pesto Risotto
Basil Pesto Risotto uses the bright and fresh flavors of basil pesto in a creamy and cheesy Parmesan risotto. This post contains affiliate links. I am OBSESSED with risotto. I am always trying to hunt down restaurants that serve risotto, especially in Italy, because it requires love and attention in order to serve it, so it will almost always be amazing. Part of the excitement of when I do find risotto is that it is not very common since it does require some love to make it, so it makes ... continue reading...
Caprese Pesto Risotto
This Caprese Pesto Risotto highlights the bold and fresh flavors of basil pesto, cherry tomatoes, and fresh mozzarella for a delicious and flavorful dish! Great on its own or topped with your favorite protein. This post contains affiliate links. I am OBSESSED with risotto. I am always trying to hunt down restaurants that serve risotto, especially in Italy, because it requires love and attention in order to serve it, so it will almost always be amazing. Part of the excitement of when I ... continue reading...
Zucchini Corn Risotto with Parmesan Cheese
Zucchini Corn Risotto with Parmesan Cheese is full of fresh flavors. Great as an Italian side dish or an entree. This post contains affiliate links. This Zucchini Corn Risotto with Parmesan Cheese did the unthinkable and made it into the top three favorite risottos in this house! The addition of the zucchini is a mild flavor that lightens the entire dish so it does not feel as heavy. I am OBSESSED with risotto. I am always trying to hunt down restaurants that serve risotto, ... continue reading...
Roasted Balsamic Brussels Sprouts and Parmesan Risotto
I am OBSESSED with risotto. I am always trying to hunt down restaurants that serve risotto, especially in Italy, because it requires love and attention in order to serve it, so it will almost always be amazing. Part of the excitement of when I do find risotto is that it is not very common since it does require some love to make it, so it makes it all that more exciting. Roasted Balsamic Brussels Sprouts and Parmesan Risotto is one of my favorite risottos to make and makes a frequent ... continue reading...
Roasted Brussels Sprouts, Pancetta, and Thyme Risotto
I am OBSESSED with risotto. I am always trying to hunt down restaurants that serve risotto, especially in Italy, because it requires love and attention in order to serve it, so it will almost always be amazing. Part of the excitement of when I do find risotto is that it is not very common since it does require some love to make it, so it makes it all that more exciting. Roasted Brussels Sprouts, Pancetta, and Thyme Risotto is one of my favorite risottos to make in the fall. This post ... continue reading...
Thanksgiving Leftovers Risotto
This shop has been compensated by Collective Bias, Inc. and its advertiser. All opinions are mine alone. #HonestSimpleTurkey #CollectiveBiasThanksgiving is coming! It is my absolute favorite food holiday. My family has a traditional menu that we make with only a few tweaks or changes each year. This always includes a Honeysuckle White turkey no matter what. We strive for excess food, because leftovers, and when it all said and done, we experiment with new recipes to use these leftovers. One ... continue reading...
Sausage, Tomato, and Roasted Garlic Parmesan Risotto
This shop has been compensated by Collective Bias, Inc. and its advertiser. All opinions are mine alone. #WasteNoPaste #CollectiveBiasRisotto is one of my all-time favorite foods! When I find risotto on a menu, I know I have to get it. You can bring the joys of risotto home with this Sausage, Tomato, and Roasted Garlic Parmesan Risotto. When I studied abroad in Italy for college, I was on a mission to find risotto as often as I could. And now, every time I go back, I do the same and hunt ... continue reading...
Roasted Leek and Brie Risotto
I made this Roasted Leek and Brie Risotto for some friends that came over for dinner and it was an absolute hit! We had already gorged ourselves on appetizers and homemade bread, but this risotto was SO GOOD that it was disappearing as if we had not eaten all day. The brie makes this one of the creamiest risottos to date. The mozzarella in our Balsamic Caprese Risotto stays a little stretchy, but this brie melts right in. I love to use a little of the brie to throw on top when serving ... continue reading...
Roasted Asparagus and Sweet Corn Risotto
I am OBSESSED with risotto. I am always trying to hunt down restaurants that serve risotto, especially in Italy, because it requires love and attention in order to serve it, so it will almost always be amazing. Part of the excitement of when I do find risotto is that it is not very common since it does require some love to make it, so it makes it all that more exciting. Roasted Asparagus and Sweet Corn Risotto is one of my favorite risottos to make and makes a frequent appearance in our menu ... continue reading...
Balsamic Caprese Risotto
Risotto is one of my all-time favorite dishes. I am always trying to hunt down restaurants that serve risotto, especially in Italy, because it requires love and attention in order to serve it, so it will almost always be amazing. I love thinking of new ways to make risotto and fun flavors to throw in, and this recipe was the result of my mom's love of caprese-anything. Just utter the word "caprese" and you do not have to say anything further as my mom is already SOLD! ... continue reading...
Lemon Pepper Shrimp
Lemon Pepper Shrimp are a perfect fast and easy dinner recipe with a lot of flavor! These Lemon Pepper Shrimp were inspired by my Air Fryer Lemon Pepper Chicken Wings. The sauce was just SO good and SO easy that I knew it would be amazing with shrimp as well! Cleaning and Preparing Shrimp You can use any size of shrimp that you want for this recipe. I prefer something in the large to jumbo range. There are a few things you want to keep in mind any time you are cooking with ... continue reading...
Cod Pomodoro with Asparagus
This Cod Pomodoro with Asparagus is an easy Italian seafood recipe packed with lots of flavor. I love a good one pot meal and this Cod recipe is a great gluten free, keto low carb Italian meal. Plus, this recipe is ready in just 20 minutes which makes it a great healthy and fast option! Fish recipes are great options for healthy and fast meals. What is Cod Like? Cod is a white, flaky fish. It has a very mild taste. It should not smell nor taste strongly of ... continue reading...
Pesto Crusted Salmon
This Pesto Crusted Salmon is fast and easy to make! Salmon steaks are topped with a basil pesto and chopped pistachios. So you could imagine that friends and family are used to me making lots of great food for them. And they are completely spoiled with it. This Pesto Crusted Salmon was RAVED about to a point that made me question my cooking abilities with other foods. So I take that as a huge sign that this recipe is absolutely delicious. These flavors were pretty much meant to ... continue reading...
Air Fryer Asparagus
Air Fryer Asparagus is a healthy side dish recipe that goes with so many cuisines and flavors! Fast and easy with minimal oil. Air fried asparagus is similar to roasting asparagus in the oven under a broiler. It is ready in just a few minutes, it gets a little color, and is easy to cook. Trimming Asparagus Asparagus stalks have tough ends that you will want to remove before cooking. The tough ends are edible, however not very pleasant as they are very fibrous, stringy, and ... continue reading...
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Caprese Hashbrown Breakfast Casserole
An easy Caprese Hashbrown Breakfast Casserole full of Italian flavors for a simple breakfast or brunch! This post contains affiliate links. The caprese inspiration comes from the classic Italian caprese salad which is simply fresh tomatoes, fresh mozzarella, and fresh basil. It is just delicious. I have loved using this flavor combinations in many ways, creating many caprese recipes. My mom loves caprese anything so she is always a willing guinea pig! Do the ... continue reading...
Tomato Garlic Italian Green Beans
These Tomato Garlic Italian Green Beans are a great side dish! Packed full of flavor, this green bean recipe is wonderful with Italian, Greek, and American meals. This post contains affiliate links. I am not a fan of boring food. So I want my food to have delicious flavor and be "worthy" of eating! These Tomato Garlic Italian Green Beans are a great versatile side dish. The tomatoes and garlic bring a lot of flavor to the fresh and bright green beans, but also do not ... continue reading...
Caprese Cheese Dip
Caprese Cheese Dip is quick and simple to whip up. Three cheeses are melted and topped with a fresh tomato and basil mixture. This post contains affiliate links. I love a good cheese dip. I have a cheese dip that I make for most entertaining events. And if I dare not make it, you can bet I get comments about it until I jump in the kitchen and whip some up. Cheese dip really is mandatory at this point, and something people expect me to make and bring to any ... continue reading...
How to Caramelize Onions
Learn How to Caramelize Onions with just a few simple ingredients and then throw them on everything! This post contains affiliate links. Caramelized onions are very simple to make, they just take a little time. I love to throw them on so many things! Mashed potatoes is definitely one of my favorite ways to eat them. Top them on crostini, potato skins, chicken, steak, risotto, there are so many options! Take them as far as you like in the cooking ... continue reading...
Caprese Pesto Crostini
Caprese Pesto Crostini are fun party finger food. Crostini bread slices are topped with fresh basil pesto and a mixture of marinated cherry tomatoes and fresh mozzarella. This post contains affiliate links. I made these Caprese Pesto Crostini when some friends were over and they disappeared in just minutes! Not only are they just adorable, but the pesto is a bold, strong flavor that we love. Crostini are perfect for holiday parties and gatherings. Not ... continue reading...
Balsamic Caprese Pizza
I'm always looking for new dinner ideas to change things up, and this Balsamic Caprese Pizza is seriously amazing. Seriously. Recently I have been trying out different ways to incorporate balsamic caprese into my dishes (check out this Balsamic Caprese Risotto!!!) because my mom LOVES caprese and I wanted to do something a little different for her while keeping the caprese flare. The acidity of the tomatoes and balsamic cuts through the richness of the cheese and makes a perfect ... continue reading...
How To Make Balsamic Glaze
I have a few secrets in the kitchen that I like to pull out every once in a while, and this balsamic glaze is one of my favorites. Learning how to make balsamic glaze was extremely easy, and I want to share this treasure with you!My husband recently realized the magic of balsamic glaze when I made him my Copycat Olive Garden Steak Gorgonzola Alfredo. The acidity of the balsamic cuts through richness and heaviness in any dish. He loved it so much that he has been putting the balsamic glaze ... continue reading...
