Jul 14 2026
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Risotto Burlina Recipe

Inspired by Il Fornaio Sacramento
Time1h
Serves4

risotto | beef tenderloin | mixed mushrooms | crescenza cheese | truffle oil

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Ingredients

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Risotto

Beef Tenderloin

Mushrooms

Finishing Touches

Method

Risotto Preparation

  1. 1

    Sauté Aromatics

    In a large pan, heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and minced garlic, sautéing until translucent, about 3-4 minutes.

  2. 2

    Toast the Rice

    Stir in the Arborio rice, cooking for about 2 minutes until the rice is lightly toasted and coated in the oil.

  3. 3

    Add Wine

    Pour in 1 cup of white wine, stirring constantly until the liquid is mostly absorbed.

  4. 4

    Add Broth Gradually

    Begin adding the beef broth, one ladle at a time, stirring frequently. Wait until the liquid is absorbed before adding more, continuing until the rice is creamy and al dente, about 18-20 minutes.

  5. 5

    Season

    Season the risotto with 1 teaspoon of salt and 1 teaspoon of black pepper. Remove from heat.

Beef Tenderloin Cooking

  1. 6

    Prepare the Beef

    Season the beef tenderloin with 1 teaspoon of salt and 1 teaspoon of black pepper.

  2. 7

    Sear the Beef

    In a skillet, heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil over high heat. Sear the beef tenderloin on all sides until browned, about 2-3 minutes per side.

  3. 8

    Cook to Desired Doneness

    Reduce heat to medium and continue cooking until the beef reaches your desired doneness (130°F for medium-rare). Remove from heat and let rest for 5-10 minutes before slicing.

Mushroom Preparation

  1. 9

    Sauté Mushrooms

    In the same skillet used for the beef, add 1 tablespoon of olive oil. Add the mixed mushrooms and minced garlic, sautéing until mushrooms are golden brown, about 5-7 minutes.

  2. 10

    Season Mushrooms

    Season with 1 teaspoon of salt and 1 teaspoon of black pepper. Stir well and remove from heat.

Finishing Touches

  1. 11

    Combine Ingredients

    Stir the cooked mushrooms into the risotto, followed by the crescenza cheese until melted and creamy.

  2. 12

    Drizzle with Truffle Oil

    Finish by drizzling 2 tablespoons of truffle oil over the risotto and serving immediately with sliced beef tenderloin on top.

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