risotto

[ri-saw-toh, -soh-toh, -sot-oh, ree-zawt-taw]

noun

Italian Cooking.

1. a dish of rice cooked with broth and flavored with grated cheese and other ingredients.

risotto

/ rɪˈzɒtəʊ /

noun

1. a dish of rice cooked in stock and served variously with tomatoes, cheese, chicken, etc

Word History and Origins

Origin of risotto¹

First recorded in 1850–55; from Italian, derivative of riso “rice”; rice

Word History and Origins

Origin of risotto¹

C19: from Italian, from riso _rice

Example Sentences

They include the stars of the rice world - risotto, basmati and sushi.

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Parmesan-crusted zucchini spears were enjoyed with baked salmon and a creamy mushroom risotto.

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Asparagus can be thrown into risotto or pasta to add a hint of meatiness.

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Fava beans are exceptional in a spring risotto, like this recipe from NYT Cooking that incorporates asparagus and saffron, or pasta primavera, or even a fava bean lemon ricotta dip spread on crostini.

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It elevates risottos and pastas and can be a unique addition to pizza topped with shallots and provolone.

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