Sage, Rosemary, and Zagara Limoncello Risotto – A Touch of Sicily in the Kitchen

Zagara Limoncello is not just a delicious digestif with a fresh and aromatic taste, but a true and versatile ingredient that can enrich your culinary creations with an authentic touch of Sicily.

Handcrafted in Sicily, Limoncello Zagara embodies the scent and flavor of the sun of our land.

In addition to being a perfect end to a meal, Limoncello lends itself to various preparations in the kitchen, giving a citrus and inebriating touch to sweet and savory dishes.

From our column “a touch of Sicily in the kitchen”, here is one of the recipes that best enhances Zagara, the Sage, Rosemary and Limoncello Risotto, a surprising dish.

The combination of aromatic herbs and limoncello creates a symphony of flavors.

Here is the detailed recipe.

Ingredients:

• 300 g of Carnaroli rice
• 1 Sage Leaf
• 2 Rosemary Sprigs
• 1 Shot of Zagara Limoncello (about 30ml)
• Vegetable Broth to taste
• 1 Knob of Butter
• Parmesan Cheese to taste
• Salt
• Pepper
• Extra Virgin Olive Oil

Cooking Instructions:

Step 1:

• In a saucepan, prepare the vegetable broth with onion, celery, and carrot.
• In a pan, toast the rice for about 1 minute. Then add the broth gradually, stirring from the center outwards and continue cooking.

Step 2:

• Halfway through the cooking of the rice, add the sage leaf, a sprig of rosemary and the Limoncello. Continue cooking until the alcohol has evaporated.
• Remove from the heat and add the knob of butter. Stir the rice well, then add the Parmesan cheese and stir again.
• Distribute the rice on the plates and decorate with lemon zest and rosemary.

By following these simple steps, you can enjoy a risotto full of flavors, enriched with the scent of rosemary and the freshness of Zagara Limoncello, which will make every bite an unforgettable experience. An authentic touch of Sicily in every dish.

Buon appetito!