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Risotto
Stirring stuff: master the basic technique and you will soon be a dab hand at risottos - which can be varied to suit a wide range of ingredients. And, for those who prefer a lazier option, follow Delia's recipes for wonderful oven-baked risotto...
Serves 2Tiger Prawn Risotto with Lobster Sauce
Prawns, lobster bisque, Gruyere cheese and sherry combine perfectly in this easy cheat's version of a risotto - baked in the oven, so no tedious stirring! Yet what could be more luxurious than this at a special meal for two?
Serves 4Cheats’ Risotto Milanese
Who says risotto has to be stirred? Well, yes, if it's a classic one, but this tastes every bit as good and is just left to its own devices on the hob. Brilliant with braised meat dishes and casseroles.
Serves 6Melting Chocolate Risotto
Although risotto is usually savoury, think rice pudding and you'll get the point of this lovely, unusual chocolate dessert.
Serves 2Oven-baked Risotto Carbonara
Funny, isn't it, how a bit of lateral thinking can often result in something ingenious? Here Delia has applied the classic carbonara ingredients of cream, bacon and cheese to a risotto...with superb results!
Serves 6 as a starter or 4 as a main courseRisotto Verde
Asparagus should be enjoyed as often as possible during its short season and this is one of the finest ways of doing so: a risotto made from asparagus, broad beans, spring onions and chives – a real taste of early summer.
Serves 6 as a starterOven-baked Wild Mushroom Risotto
Delia has had a revelation - you can cook risotto in the oven, avoiding all that standing at the hob and stirring. And you know what? It's just as creamy as the classic version!
Serves 6 as a starter or 4 as a main courseOven-baked Smoked Pancetta and Leek Risotto
If you're put off making risotto because of all that stirring, help is at hand: this lovely oven-baked combination f rice, leeks and pancetta sits happily in the oven and is just as good as the classic version.
Serves 2Smoked Fish Risotto
Yes, smoked fish is expensive, but you'll find that a little goes a long way in this luxurious supper dish for two, so go on - why not treat yourself?
Serves 4Risotto alla Milanese
Get stirring! Although there is some mystique about making a risotto, in fact it's dead easy as long as you follow a few simple rules. This Italian classic is great on its own or with meat dishes.
Serves 2-3Slimmers’ Wild Mushroom Risotto
This wonderful, oven-baked risotto is a treat for vegetarians and slimmers alike: Delia has unearthed an ingredient that adds creaminess without calories. Bet you can't guess what it is!
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