Elise Bauer

butter

flavorful mushrooms such as shiitake, chanterelle, or oyster mushrooms, cleaned, trimmed, and cut into half inch to inch pieces

brandy, vermouth, or dry white wine

chicken stock* (use vegetable stock for vegetarian option)

peeled and minced shallots (OR 1/3 cup of yellow or white onion, finely chopped)

arborio rice or other risotto rice

freshly grated Parmesan cheese

Salt and freshly ground black pepper

chopped fresh parsley or chives