risotto


ri·sot·to

noun \ri-ˈs-(ˌ)tō, -ˈz-\
plural ri·sot·tos

Definition of RISOTTO

: rice cooked usually in meat or seafood stock and seasoned (as with Parmesan cheese or saffron)

Origin of RISOTTO

Italian, from riso rice — more at rice
First Known Use: 1855

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