20 Everyday Cooking Myths You Need To Stop Believing

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Myth: Cooking Your Risotto On High Will Speed Things Up

Proper cooking methods for risotto are a wide subject of debate, though not all of them should be, particularly the cooking temperature. Once you've brought your rice to a boil (with that first ladleful of wine or broth), turn the heat down to medium. It should never be on high, otherwise your rice won't cook evenly, and it won't have time to absorb the liquid. And always use stock that's kept at a low simmer. Here's a great step-by-step recipe to follow.