Tomato Risotto with Red Wine

Here’s a delicious recipe for Tomato Risotto with Red Wine:

Ingredients:

• 1 ½ cups Arborio rice
• 1 onion, finely chopped
• 2 garlic cloves, minced
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• 1 cup red wine
• 1 ½ cups crushed tomatoes (or tomato passata)
• 4 cups vegetable broth (warmed)
• 1 tsp dried oregano
• 1 tsp dried basil
• Salt and pepper to taste
• ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese (optional)
• 2 tbsp butter
• Fresh basil for garnish

Instructions:

1. Prepare the base: In a large pan, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and cook until softened (about 5 minutes). Stir in the garlic and cook for an additional minute.
2. Add the rice: Add Arborio rice to the pan and stir for 2-3 minutes, allowing it to become slightly translucent.
3. Add red wine: Pour in the red wine, stirring constantly. Let it simmer until the wine is mostly absorbed by the rice.
4. Incorporate tomatoes: Stir in the crushed tomatoes, oregano, and basil. Let the mixture cook for 2-3 minutes.
5. Add broth gradually: Begin adding the warm vegetable broth, one ladle at a time. Stir constantly, allowing each addition of broth to be absorbed before adding the next. Continue this process until the rice is creamy and cooked to your liking (about 18-20 minutes).
6. Season and finish: Once the risotto is cooked, stir in butter and Parmesan (if using), then season with salt and pepper to taste.
7. Serve: Garnish with fresh basil and enjoy!

This Tomato Risotto is rich and flavorful, thanks to the red wine and tomatoes.