Jul 09 2026
RestaurantsBonterra TrattoriaPesto Risotto Recipe

Pesto Risotto Recipe

Inspired by Bonterra Trattoria
Time40m
Serves4

tomatoes, feta, basil

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Ingredients

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Risotto Base

Method

Cooking the Risotto

  1. 1

    Sauté the Base

    In a large saucepan, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add chopped onion and sauté until translucent, about 5 minutes. Add minced garlic and stir for another minute.

  2. 2

    Toast the Rice

    Add Arborio rice to the pan and stir for 2-3 minutes until the rice is lightly toasted.

  3. 3

    Add Wine

    Pour in the white wine and cook, stirring constantly, until the wine is mostly absorbed.

  4. 4

    Add Broth Gradually

    Begin adding vegetable broth, one ladle at a time, stirring frequently. Wait until the broth is absorbed before adding the next ladle. Continue this process until the rice is creamy and al dente, about 18-20 minutes.

  5. 5

    Season

    Stir in salt and black pepper to taste.

Finishing Touches

  1. 6

    Combine with Pesto

    Remove the risotto from heat and stir in the pesto sauce until well combined.

  2. 7

    Serve

    Garnish with cherry tomatoes, crumbled feta cheese, and chopped fresh basil. Serve hot.

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