risotto

noun

ri·​sot·​to ri-ˈsȯ-(ˌ)tō How to pronounce risotto (audio)
-ˈzȯ-
plural risottos
: rice cooked usually in meat or seafood stock and seasoned (as with Parmesan cheese or saffron)

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Memorable dishes include the risotto Camargue with beef chorizo, aromatic herbs and extra-virgin olive oil, and tarte au reblochon with red onion compote and truffle honey. James Rampton, theweek, 6 Nov. 2024 The Resy team notes that guests will be satisfied by any of the pastas on the menu and the risotto is also a great dish. Caitlin Palumbo, Forbes, 29 Oct. 2024 Or, sprinkle them liberally on soups, salads, and risottos to make your dishes more tasty—and nutritious. Alessandra Signorelli, Vogue, 18 Oct. 2024 Flower Child offers custom meals with one protein and two sides such as gluten-free mac and cheese, smashed gold potato or cauliflower risotto. Endia Fontanez, The Arizona Republic, 3 Oct. 2024 See all Example Sentences for risotto 

Word History

Etymology

Italian, from riso rice — more at rice

First Known Use

1821, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of risotto was in 1821

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“Risotto.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/risotto. Accessed 16 Nov. 2024.

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