Mushroom and Calabrian Chili Risotto

As you may know, I have been filming everything I eat in the month of February to learn how to film and edit with more efficiency. That challenge has resulted in me trying something that I haven’t had much success at in the past, and one of those things is risotto. Until now, it was always something I tried with mixed success for people who are no longer in my life as a special treat. Making this mushroom and calabrian chili risotto is the first time I did it for myself since I started living alone again. Of course, it was perfect.

I use dried porcini mushroom to fortify the stock, but these are ridiculously expensive. I don’t even know where I bought the porcini mushrooms in my pantry. I used them because I had them. Other types of dried mushrooms are much cheaper and more accessible. Use what you can get your hands on without breaking the bank.

Similarly, wine is optional. I’m not a wine drinker, and the only reason I had the wine in my apartment was specifically for this sort of application.

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@eatingnormal I've struggled with risotto for years, but I've finally engineered my perfect version! It isn't necessarily traditional, however. You've been warned. You may have seen part of this in my What I Eat in a Day challenge for february. The printable recipe can be found at my website, or below. #eatingnormal #foodie #food #cookingvideo #comfortfood #foodblog #recipe #recipes ♬ original sound - Eating Normal

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