Serves 6-8 Ingredients: 500g Tilda Arborio Rice 2 tbsps olive oil 1 garlic clove crushed 1 medium onion finely chopped 150ml vodka 1.5 litres hot vegetable stock 300ml passata 75g peppadews or 1-2 chillies finely chopped 25g chives finely chopped 125g garlic and herb soft cheese Salt and freshly ground black pepper Parmesan cheese to serve
Method: 1. Add the oil, garlic and onion to a heavy based pan over a medium heat and cook for 5-8 minutes until softened. 2. Stir in the rice ensuring the grains are coated in the oil, add the vodka and simmer for 2 minutes. 3. Add the hot stock, a little at a time, allowing it to be absorbed by the rice, stirring occasionally to prevent it from sticking. Halfway through the cooking, add the passata and peppadews or chilli. 4. Continue until all the liquid has been absorbed and the rice is al dente, about 20-25 minutes. Stir through the chives and the cheese, allowing it to melt. 5. Season to taste and serve sprinkled with Parmesan. This risotto with a kick, using Tilda Arborio Risotto Rice, offers a tasty alternative on any menu. For more information on Tilda Foodservice please call 01708 717 777 or visit www.tildafoodservice.com