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Gumbo Guy Feb 25, 2008 06:25 AM

Has anyone successfully cooked Risotto in their rice cooker?

Hi,
I was wondering if a simple Risotto, using Arborio rice, can be made in a rice cooker.
Thanks,
Charlie

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    pengcast Mar 2, 2008 07:34 AM

    No, but I make risotto in the microwave all the time in the summer when I don't want to heat up the kitchen. Works fine.

    1. jayt90 Mar 1, 2008 11:13 AM

      I have a very inexpensive rice cooker and it never fails to impress me.
      My latest comfort food (I have a broken ankle) is a simple risotto of rice, water to the first knuckle, a can of mushroom soup (the comfort element) and shaved reggiano.
      It comes out with perfect flavour and texture, just a bit of bite. If I wanted more creaminess, I would add some stock and butter.

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        robin76 Feb 25, 2008 08:19 AM

        Yes! I made a great risotto in my rice cooker w/white wine, chicken stock, and parmesan cheese. I used the guidelines in the instruction book that came with the rice cooker. It was super easy and the results were delicious.

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          johnb Feb 25, 2008 05:48 PM

          But did it come out creamy like a risotto is supposed to? I have done it successfully in a pressure cooker, but have not tried the rice cooker.

          1. re: robin76
            ChowFun_derek Feb 28, 2008 10:00 AM

            What brand is your rice cooker...I have a Sanyo.with 'Fuzzy Logic"...

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