Inspired by Ula Pedantula, whom I’ve discovered over a year ago. A good looking, balsy and inspirational Polish lady with an excellent youtube channel and a couple of decent books behind her belt. A fellow Italianophile.

Every time I make a decent risotto I think I should make them more often. Especially in spring and summer. This particular risotto can be made anytime during the year, as a small bottle of Mutti passata has been used for it. I didn’t follow Ula’s recipe all the way; she doesn’t drink, so her risotto was made only with stock, I used a glass of vermentino in mine. She finished hers with lots and lots of butter, I think there a generous teaspoon at the end, after the parmigiano is plenty. I also added some green peas to mine- it looks great, gives the dish more texture and a touch of sweetness. It was enjoyed by us all. 🙂