Carnaroli Rice
‘Superfino’
(King of Italian Rice)
Carnaroli Rice is a medium-grain rice, grown in northern Italy. Has higher starch content and firmer texture than Arborio rice, and is the absolute best rice to make creamier Risotto.
When cooked, rice keeps its shape while absorbing flavors. It is the most widely used rice in Italian cuisine.
Cooking Instructions for plain rice:
- In a sauce pan add 4 cups of water or broth / 1 Cup rice, 1 tsp sat (opt), 1 Tbsp butter (if desired).
- Bring to a soft boil, lower the heat, cover with lid and simmer for 25-30 minutes.
- Turn off the heat, let the rice steamed in the covered pot at least another 10 minutes or until the rice has absorbed the liquid.
- Fluff with fork and ready to serve rice alone.
One cup of rice will yield: 3 cups of cooked rice.
