Risotto alla milanese

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

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.

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

A bright yellow and flavorful risotto. Risotto alla Milanese, or Saffron Risotto, is a classic Italian recipe from Northern Italy.

Sunshine-yellow rice, heady with saffron and rich with bone marrow… This simple risotto is one of the greatest Italian dishes of all time. #italianrecipe #risottorecipe #lombardy #lombardianrecipe #classicrecipe #falldinner #fallrecipe #winterrecipe #comfortfood

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!

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)"

Osso Buco with Risotto alla Milanese

Embark on a sublime gastronomic voyage with Risotto alla Milanese, the quintessential Italian classic that marries the humble rice grain with the opulence of saffron. Each forkful is a harmonious symphony of creamy, al dente Arborio rice, richly coated in a golden-hued, saffron-infused broth, delivering an enchanting aroma that seduces the senses. The buttery whispers of Parmigiano-Reggiano intertwine with the earthy undertones of the saffron, creating a texture and flavor so luxurious, it…

Traditional saffron risotto from northern Italy. A creamy rice dish made with saffron, butter, beef broth and a generous amount of grana padano.