5-6cupsof chicken brothwarmed **Use vegetable broth for a vegetarian version
1tspolive oil
1tbspbutter
1shallotdiced
8ozchanterelle mushroomsstems removed, and sliced
1tspfresh thyme leaves
1cloveof garlicminced
¾cupdried arborio rice
1cuppinot gris
1tbspbutter
1-2tbspParmesan cheesefinely grated
1tbspfresh parsleychopped
Instructions
Heat the chicken broth in a small saucepan over medium-low heat. Cut the stems off the chanterelle mushrooms and add them to the chicken broth. Simmer for 15 minutes to allow the mushrooms to flavor the broth. Strain the mushroom stems from the broth and discard them. Keep the broth simmering.
Heat the olive oil and butter in a large heavy-bottomed pot over medium heat. Add the shallots, sliced mushrooms, and thyme leaves to the pan and cook, stirring occasionally, until tender and golden, about 5 minutes.
Add the minced garlic and cook, stirring constantly, for 1 minute. Add the arborio rice and toast for 2 minutes stirring occasionally.
Deglaze the pan with the wine and stir scraping up any bits on the bottom of the pan. Reduce the heat to low. Stir constantly until the liquid has fully absorbed.
Add a large ladle of warm chicken broth to the rice and cook, stirring constantly, until the liquid has fully absorbed. Add another large ladle of warm chicken broth and cook, stirring constantly, until the liquid has fully absorbed. As it cooks the rice will take on a creamy consistency as it begins to release its natural starches.
Continue adding stock, a ladle at a time, for 20-30 minutes or until the grains are tender, but still firm to the bite, without being crunchy. Stir in the butter and Parmesan and toss to coat evenly.
Taste the risotto and season with sea salt and freshly cracked pepper, if needed, to taste. Top with freshly chopped parsley. Serve immediately.