Elevate your Plate

Background:

I’ve always loved risotto. Sometimes I just crave the moreish flavour of the rice, yet I don’t tend to make it very often. Maybe that comes down to the constant monitoring of stock amounts, but don’t let that put you off, as risotto is a fabulous dish! I could have picked any flavour to make a risotto, but I chose beetroot as I think it’s an underrated ingredient. I know some can often be intimidated at first what to do with it, but trust me, beets make great mains like this one, so why not give them a go!

Recipes:

Beetroot Risotto: https://www.olivemagazine.com/recipes/vegetarian/beetroot-risotto/

Tips and Tricks:

• I didn’t puree 1/2 of the beetroot as stated in the recipe, instead I just chopped all of it then added it in to provide more texture to the dish
• Keep adding in the stock to ensure the rice doesn’t dry out

Recommendation and rating:

Overall, this recipe is a smash hit! At first some of my family were sceptical about trying it, but in the end, it gained a warm reception! It’s a filling and comforting dish. The soft, creaminess of the rice complements the earthy beetroot, with little pockets of walnuts springing up and providing a crunch of texture to the plate. The goat’s cheese further blends with the rice and adds to the umami, rich flavour. To put it simply, I can’t think of how to improve this dish; it was just enjoyed that much, so it gets 5 stars!