Ingredients for 6 portions
1 Tbs. olive oil
1 onion finely chopped
3 garlic cloves minced
1 cup white rice
1 cup dried tomatoes in olive oil, drained and thinly sliced
1 cup of white wine
1 cup fresh basil leaves
1 quart of water
½ cup pecorino cheese grounded
Coarse sea salt
Freshly ground black pepper
In a large saucepan on medium heat, sauté the onion and garlic in olive oil until they are soft and transparent, 4-5 minutes. Add the rice and cook for 3 more minutes. Add the wine and cook until the liquid is almost absorbed by the rice. Add the tomatoes and 1 cup of water. Add the basil and cook until the liquid is almost absorbed. Add salt and pepper to taste. Add the rest of the water, one cup at time and cook, stirring constantly, until the liquid is absorbed. This process can take around 30 minutes. Add the cheese and stir. Serve immediately with some pecorino.
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