Creamy Spinach And Nutmeg Risotto Recipe

About this recipe

Start your day with the decadent flavors of Creamy Spinach and Nutmeg Risotto, an Italian-inspired breakfast dish that combines rich Arborio rice with the earthy goodness of fresh spinach and a hint of nutmeg spice. This creamy risotto is cooked to perfection with warm vegetable stock, creating a velvety texture that melts in your mouth. Grated vegetarian Parmesan adds an extra layer of indulgence, while the spinach packs in essential nutrients like iron and calcium. Nutmeg and black pepper provide a subtle warmth and depth to the flavor profile. Cooking this risotto is a soothing process, as you stir and transform simple ingredients into a luxurious meal ready to energize your morning. Perfect for breakfast or brunch, this dish is best enjoyed hot, garnished with a sprinkle of nutmeg and extra Parmesan.

Ingredients

• 1 Kg Riseria Campanini Arborio Rice, 1Kg
• 1 Bunch Spinach Fresh 1 Bunch
• 500G Great Scot Vegetable Broth Mix
• 1 Onion Large 1 Each
• 50G Black Garlic Cloves, 50G
• 50G Top-Op Nutmeg Powder 50g
• - Biona Capers In Olive Oil
• 400G Greenfield Himalayan Salt Fine 400G
• 100G Heera Black Pepper Powder 100g
• - Parmesan Cheese | The Artisan Smokehouse
• 200G All Things Butter Unsalted Butter
• 75Cl Lillet Blanc White Wine-Based Aperitif

Instructions

1. 1. Heat olive oil in a large pan over medium heat and sauté finely chopped onions until translucent.
2. 2. Add minced garlic and cook for 1 minute until fragrant, stirring constantly to avoid burning.
3. 3. Stir in the Arborio rice, ensuring the grains are coated with oil, and toast lightly for 2 minutes.
4. 4. Gradually add warm vegetable stock one ladle at a time, stirring continuously until absorbed.
5. 5. Repeat the process of adding stock and stirring until the rice becomes creamy and cooked through.
6. 6. Add chopped fresh spinach to the pan and cook for 3-4 minutes until wilted and well incorporated.
7. 7. Season the risotto with salt, black pepper, and nutmeg powder, adjusting to taste.
8. 8. Stir in grated vegetarian Parmesan cheese, mixing thoroughly to enhance the creamy texture.
9. 9. Let the risotto rest for 1-2 minutes before serving for optimal flavor blending.
10. 10. Serve the risotto hot, garnished with additional grated Parmesan and a sprinkle of nutmeg if desired.