Steel-Cut Oat Risotto

Consider this an easier, nuttier version of rice-based risotto. The oats maintain a slight chewiness even when fully cooked. We used store-bought beef broth; if you use homemade, season the risotto generously with salt.

Servings

4

Prep Time

10 minutes

Cook Time

40 minutes

Category

Oats

Consider this an easier, nuttier version of rice-based risotto. The oats maintain a slight chewiness even when fully cooked. We used store-bought beef broth; if you use homemade, season the risotto generously with salt.

Steel-Cut Oats Risotto

Ingredients

  • 1 1/2 cups steel-cut oats
  • 3/4 cup white wine
  • 900-mL carton beef broth
  • 1 cup water
  • 2 tbsp butter

Directions

  1. HEAT a medium saucepan over medium

  2. Add oats and cook, stirring often, until lightly toasted, 2 min

  3. Add wine and stir until liquid is gone, 2 min

  4. Add broth and water. Boil, then reduce heat to medium- low

  5. Simmer, partially covered, until most of the liquid has been absorbed, 20 min

  6. Remove lid and continue cooking, stirring constantly, until liquid is completely absorbed and oats are tender, 5 to 7 min

  7. Stir in butter. Serve immediately