Creamy Sausage Risotto
a dinner recipe
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A smoky sausage risotto slowly cooked to a creamy, delicious perfection. This easy risotto combines the smoky flavors of paprika with a sweet Italian sausage for a rich and savory bite.
TIME (ACTIVE) | 45 M
TOTAL | 45 M
6 SERVINGS
SPECIAL EQUIPMENT:
1 LARGE SAUCEPAN
1 SMALL POT
- Add 1 tbsp of olive oil to a pan over medium heat. Place the ground sausage in the pan with 1 tbsp of sweet Italian sausage seasoning. Use a wooden spoon to break apart the pork. Cook the pork over medium heat until completely browned through, then set aside.
- Add water to a small pot and bring to a low boil.
- Add 2 tbsp olive oil to the same pan. Stir in the minced garlic and saute for 1 minute. Pour in the arborio rice and mix well. Add 1 tbsp of tomato paste. Stir for 2-3 minutes to toast. Add the white wine and bring to a simmer. Stir often.
- Once the white wine is completely absorbed, add the Iberian fusion seasoning and combine well with the rice. Use a ladle to add 1 cup of water at a time to the rice. Only add 1 cup at a time until the water is completely absorbed. Continue this process for 20-25 minutes until the rice is al dente.
- When the rice reaches the correct texture of soft with a slight snap, remove it from the heat. Stir in the cold butter in small pieces. Once the butter is combined and melted, add in the parmesan and salt slowly to combine with the rice. Add the pork back in, mix well, and serve.
4 days
Slowly adding the water and stirring often is the key to not letting the rice stick. It takes 20 minutes of active cooking but it will help you get the perfect texture.
If the risotto is too thick after adding the parmesan and sausage, add another 1/2 cup of the warm water. This will help return the risotto to the creamy but slightly runny texture.
coarse grain
Large, chunky crystals with a briny aroma, robust salinity, and mineral complexity; perfect for grinding.
0.5 oz - PORTION$0.50
4 oz - REFILL$2
16 oz - REFILL$7
Flavors of Spain & Portugal
spice blend collab
Let's travel to the Iberian peninsula of Spain and Portugal with this super versatile rich and smoky Iberian Infusion blend! This paprika-forward blend is well-rounded with smoky, sweet and flavorful chile notes, paired with alliaceous spices for a more complete blend. I’ve added some brightness with sumac and oregano, and warmth from cinnamon and cacao.
The perfect blend for appetizers, mains and snacks:
Cook into stews or use as a rub for meats or on seafood!Infuse into sauces or dips or dust snacks like popcorn or salted chips!Coat vegetables before roasting or use as a base for rice dishes (like Paella)!
Tips:
Stovetop cooking: adding the blend to oil helps dissolve the pigment and flavor compounds, while intensifying the flavors. Add it closer to the beginning to allow the color and flavor to permeate the final dish better. CAUTION: Do not burn/scorch - it can become very bitter. Add sugar to the dish for more sweetness and to balance out smokiness.Salt your dishes well: this blend contains no salt, allowing you to add that umami using other ingredients (salt, broth, mushrooms, etc.,). It’s also versatile enough to add to already-salted snacks, like chips, popcorn or olives.
Seasoning
spice blend collab
Sweet Italian Sausage seasoning is delicious and versatile seasoning that can be used for anything from making your own ground sausage blend to roasting a chicken. The seasoning is inspired by - you guessed it - a sweet Italian sausage! It’s a great blend to change up your seasonings when you’re cooking chicken, pork, or stews and soups!
