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How To Make Risotto

By Danilo Alfaro, About.com

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Add a Ladle of Hot Stock

Add a Ladle of Hot Stock

Add a Ladle of Hot Stock

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Add a Ladle of Hot Stock

Add a ladle of hot chicken stock to the rice and stir until the liquid is fully absorbed. When the rice appears almost dry, add another ladle of stock and repeat the process.

Note: It's important to stir constantly, especially as the liquid gets absorbed, to prevent scorching, and add the next ladle as soon as the rice is almost dry.

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