Recipe: Quicke’s Cheddar Risotto
Quicke’s Cheddar Risotto
Sweet, crunchy, and chock-full of world renowned cheddar
It’s impossible to go wrong with this cheesy dish created by renowned British cheesemaking company Quicke’s. Established in 1540, this English cheese company has a whole lot of history. Famous for their clothbound cheddar, this family operation has been using traditional techniques and timeless recipes for almost 500 years. Featuring crunchy chestnuts, sweet apples, and savory cremini mushrooms, this delectable risotto hits the mark with a healthy helping of Quicke’s Goat Cheddar and Clothbound Cheddar.
Quicke’s Cheddar Risotto
Sweet, crunchy, and chock-full of world renowned cheddar - Prep Time : 5 min.
- Cook Time : 25 min.
- Total Time : 30 min.
- Serves 6
Ingredients
- 2 tbsp. Extra Virgin olive oil
- 1 Shallot, diced
- 2 Gala apples, diced
- 1 ½ cup Chestnuts, chopped
- 2 cups Cremini Mushrooms, sliced
- 1 tbsp. Kosher Salt
- 11 oz. Carnaroli or arborio rice
- 4½ fl oz. White wine
- 1½ oz. Butter
- 1 cup Quicke’s Goats’ Cheddar Cheese, grated
- 1 cup Quicke’s Mature Clothbound Cheddar, flaked
- ½ bunch Fresh parsley, roughly chopped
Directions
- Heat the oil in a large, heavy based saucepan and add the chopped shallots. Fry over a gentle heat for 2-3 minutes, until softened.
- Add the chestnuts, apples and mushrooms and fry for a further 2-3 minutes. Season with salt.
- Stir in the rice and cook for another 3-4 minutes over medium high heat. Add the white wine and cook until the wine has almost evaporated.
- Add a ladleful of the stock and simmer, adding more stock as it soaks it. Stir frequently.
- Finish off the risotto by stirring in Quicke's Goats' Milk Cheese, along with a good pinch of parsley, the butter and some salt and pepper, until creamy. Serve with flakes of Quicke's Mature Clothbound Cheddar on top for an extra depth of flavour.
