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Ingredientes
- Mushroom Risotto Rice:
- 8 oz mixed mushrooms, finely chopped (more if you like lots of mushrooms)
- 1 cup uncooked arborio rice
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 1/2 cup finely chopped onion or shallots
- 1 clove of garlic, minced
- 1/2 cup white wine (I like to use a good Chardonnay)
- 3 cups mushroom stock
- salt and pepper (optional)
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