Why Risotto Is the Ultimate Weeknight Dish for Families — Tips from The Kitchn

Let me tell you how risotto saved my meal plan just this week: I had planned red beans and rice for dinner, only to realize that I had forgot to grab both red beans and basmati rice at the grocery store. Scrounging my pantry I realized that I could still use the peppers and sausage I planned for this dinner to make a risotto without having to run to the grocery store.

Every member of my family devoured this risotto and some even asked for seconds. Even without peppers or fancy improvisation, here's how risotto is the ultimate weeknight dinner for families.

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