Risotto of Broken Pasta

Ingredients:

• 1/2 cup broken pasta (spaghetti, fettuccine or linguine)
• 1 cup Arborio rice
• 1 onion, chopped
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1/2 cup dry white wine
• 4 cups chicken or vegetable stock
• 1/2 cup grated parmesan cheese
• 2 tablespoons butter
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• salt and pepper to taste

Instructions:

1. Heat the chicken or vegetable stock in a separate pot and keep it warm.
2. In a large pan, heat the olive oil and butter until melted over medium heat.
3. Once the butter has melted, add onions and garlic. Cook until onions are translucent, approximately 4-5 minutes.
4. Add the broken pasta to the pan and cook until lightly toasted, approximately 2-3 minutes.
5. Add the Arborio rice and cook until the rice is lightly toasted, approximately 2-3 minutes.
6. Add the dry white wine and stir until the wine is absorbed by the rice.
7. Begin adding stock, one ladle at a time, and stirring until fully absorbed before adding more. Repeat until the rice is al dente and the risotto is creamy (approximately 20-25 minutes).
8. Remove the pan from heat and stir in grated parmesan cheese.
9. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
10. Let the risotto rest for 2-3 minutes before serving.

Serving Suggestions:

• Serve hot with a sprinkle of fresh parsley on top.
• Pair with a glass of dry white wine.
• As a variation, add diced tomatoes or sautéed mushrooms while cooking.

Verdict:

This risotto of broken pasta is a delicious and easy to make comfort food. The creamy texture and the cheesy flavour add to the delicacy of the dish. It can be served as a main course or as a side dish, and it can be paired with a variety of other dishes and drinks.