Ingredients

• 3/4 cup medium grain rice
• 2 1/2-3 cups chicken broth
• 1 medium onion, minced
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes
• 2 garlic cloves, finely chopped
• 1/6 teaspoon cayenne pepper
• 1 tablespoon unsalted butter
• 1/4 cup Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese, grated
• Salt and pepper to taste

How to make Spicy Risotto directions

• 1

  Heat broth in a saucepan and simmer on low.

• 2

  In a sauté pan, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add garlic and onion and sauté until tender. Add the rice and stir to coat. Stir in cayenne and red pepper flakes.

• 3

  Ladle in a 1/2 cup of the broth and, stirring constantly, let it absorb before adding another 1/2 cup. Continue cooking this way and stirring until the rice is tender and creamy, about 20-25 minutes.

• 4

  Remove from heat. Stir in butter. Add salt and pepper to taste. Serve on warm plates and sprinkle with cheese.