Risotto milanese

Whether you serve it as a side dish or as an entrée, this traditional Risotto alla Milanese (or Saffron Risotto) does not disappoint. Creamy rice with the subtle fragrance and flavor of saffron --- you would surely be asking for seconds!

Creamy, rich Risotto Milanese is like a comforting hug. Learn this Italian classic. Try this risotto today!

Risotto alla Milanese is a creamy dish made with Arborio rice that's simmered in broth and finished with parmesan, butter, and saffron.

We may have the master glazier of Milan's cathedral to thank for this creamy rice dish that gets its vivid color and flavor from saffron.

A simple and delicious rice dish from Italy everyone knows – Risotto alla Milanese with Saffron. Much easier to prepare than you might think ;)

Risotto Alla Milanese gets its golden yellow color from saffron, the finest of which comes from the Abruzzo region of Italy. For best results use Arborio, Carnaroli or Vialone Nano rice. Although Arborio is more readily available in the United States and produces a very fine risotto, Carnroli and Vialone…

Risotto alla Milanese I had been traveling for the holidays. When I came home I wanted to reward my sweet old pooch McIntosh with a bone. He loves these bones from the butcher, and with his old teeth, he does not break the bones into dangerous bits like some of our other dogs would have … Continue reading "Risotto Milanese (saffron and bone marrow)"

Although this recipe does not itself issue from Italy, the inspiration is entirely Italian. One of my favourite things to eat is a risotto Milanese, sometimes called "risotto giallo" — or yellow risotto — and it occurred to me that pasta cooked similarly, or at least cooked to taste similar, would be perfect, and very easy. So here it is: spaghetti in an eggy, saffron-tinted, lightly cheesed and creamy sauce: it is a bowlful of golden heaven. And please read the Additional Information…

Succulent braised chicken thighs cooked Osso Buso-style served with creamy risotto Milanese is a showstopper comfort food dish.

The creamy, flavorful nature of risotto makes it a classic Italian comfort food, satisfying both the palate and the soul. Risotto alla Milanese gives warmth and richness making it super cozy, especially in colder seasons.