Taleggio & Speck Risotto

Taleggio & Speck Risotto, known in Italy as Risotto con Taleggio e Speck, is a rich and indulgent dish inspired by Northern Italian cuisine. Creamy Arborio or Carnaroli rice is slowly cooked with vegetable stock and sautéed onion, then enriched with cubes of Taleggio that melt into the risotto, creating a silky and flavourful finish. Crispy speck adds a savoury depth that perfectly balances the cheese, making this authentic Italian recipe ideal for a comforting dinner or special occasion meal.

Author

Affetto Italiano

Prep Time

15 minutes

Cook Time

25 minutes

Servings

2

Category

Dinner

Cuisine

Italian

Ingredients

• 320g Arborio or carnaroli rice
• 150g Taleggio (shop here), cubed
• 100g Speck (shop here)
• 1L vegetable stock
• 1 small Onion, finely chopped
• Olive Oil (shop here)
• Butter, black pepper

Directions

1. In a wide pan, cook the speck until crispy. Remove and set aside.
2. Add olive oil and butter to the pan, sauté the onion until soft.
3. Stir in the rice and toast for a minute.
4. Slowly ladle in stock, stirring continuously.
5. When creamy, stir in taleggio and speck. Finish with pepper and serve immediately.