Class
Learn to make authentic Italian butternut squash risotto with Chef Alain, live from Tuscany. Master the classic technique of building a perfectly creamy, velvety risotto with sweet roasted squash and aged Parmigiano Reggiano. The perfect recipe for a cozy date night! The perfect recipe for a cozy date night!
“Chef Alain was exactly who I needed to walk me through this. From signing up to the first bite, it was simple. Easy, step by step instructions, helpful encouragement. Chef Alain was fantastic with his instructions. Lui e un bravo chef!” - Nathe L., Radicchio Risotto Participant
All classes are listed in Pacific Time Zone. After registration, you will receive a link to the Zoom session we will use. Our cooking classes require a minimum of 4 participants to run.
By purchasing one spot, you are allowed one device to connect to the class, but you can have as many people in the kitchen as you’d like!
Ingredients & Preparation
Have your ingredients pre-measured and prepped before the class for a more seamless experience.
If you do not have certain ingredients, our chefs will do their best to suggest substitutions.
Radicchio Risotto
Serves 2
Stock
2 carrots
2-3 celery stalks
1 onion, peeled
1 bunch fresh parsley
Risotto
600 - 700 grams (1.5 lbs) butternut squash or pumpkin, peeled, de-seeded, and chopped
180 grams (1 cup) risotto rice (E.g. vialone nano, carnaroli, or arborio)
1 onion, peeled
2 tablespoons butter
2 tablespoons olive oil
125 grams (4 oz) Gorgonzola “piccante” / spicy (sweet is also fine)
1 glass (4 oz) white wine
Salt & pepper
Optional: 3-4 sage leaves
Optional: ground sweet or smoked paprika
Before Class
Peel, de-seed, and chop the butternut squash or pumpkin.
Equipment
Certain commonly used kitchen tools are not listed here such as cutlery, dishes, etc. Any additional equipment is listed here.
1 medium or large pot with lid
1 small pot
1 colander
1 ladle
1 deep sauté pan with high sides and lid
Knives, spoons, cutting board
Blender or immersion blender
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