Alcoholic Cheesy Rice

I made the Rarebit Risotto on Wednesday night. We both enjoyed it, but I think I'm with you - not sure that it's something that I would jump at making again. I used a lot less cheese too, but there's other things I'd rather eat if I was going to knowingly consume that much cheese (like mac n' cheese or enchiladas). I think risottos aren't my favorite - I like eating for 5 or 6 bites and then it gets too repetitive for me - same flavors, same texture. Not sure why I don't feel that way about pasta. Anshul says it's because I can only see rice as a side dish, which means that while I may be able to pass as Kashmiri if I'm tan and dressed up in the right clothes, I will never truly eat like one. Anyway, back to the Rarebit, I used a Flying Dog Porter and that seemed like a good fit. I liked the broccoli in it and the tomatoes. Come to think of it - can you put broccoli and tomatoes in mac n' cheese. This risotto really gave me a craving for it! And that way I could feel like it was somewhat healthy. I bought beets to try your beet salad - I'm not a beet convert yet, but my sister has been trying to get me on board. But I was tired and it was late so I just made a salad instead. So now I have some beets waiting to be used... soon, soon. I'll give you the report when I do.