Tag: Italian cooking

Pumpkin Pecan Risotto With Dried Cranberries & Goat Cheese

Despite its appearance, risotto is not a type of rice but rather an Italian dish made with a special high-starch short-grain rice. Which includes the Arborio, Carnaroli and the Vialone Nano rice. This special type of rice can absorb quite a bit of liquid without becoming mushy. A basic risotto is particularly prepared with Arborio […]

Mushroom Tortellini with Asparagus

Mushroom Tortellini with Asparagus is a quick weeknight dinner made with fresh asparagus, mushrooms and packaged tortellini with a Asiago cream sauce. Asparagus and mushrooms are individually packed with flavor. The freshness of the asparagus complements the earthy taste of mushrooms so well. The fresh asparagus and the meaty mushrooms, mixed with one of Italy’s […]