Technique
What is Parmigiana?
Pronounced /par-mee-JAH-nah/
Definition
Parmigiana describes a baked dish of fried vegetables or cutlets layered with tomato sauce and cheese.
Eggplant parmigiana is common in southern Italy; chicken parm is an Italian-American favorite.
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Why did my risotto turn out gluey?
Gluey risotto usually means too much stirring at too low a heat, or the wrong rice. Use Arborio or Carnaroli, keep the pot at a steady simmer, stir every 30 seconds rather than constantly, and stop while the grains still have a firm center.