Risotto with Mushrooms and Parmesan

I'm sorry that I don't have any pictures, other than the aftermath photo below, to share with you.  I was juggling making this meal for Mom and chasing after a running toddler who is into EVERYTHING these days.

But I am excited that I am no longer a risotto virgin!  I have been intimidated in the past to make this Italian wonder, but last night, I overcame the fear and the results were positive.  I got rave reviews from both Mom and Zoe.

I used Jamie Oliver's recipe, which you can find here.  I served the risotto with grilled chicken-basil sausages from Whole Foods and spinach sauteed with garlic and (eek!) a little bacon fat.

Risotto face.