1) Rice variety 
Carnaroli is a medium-grained rice grown in the Vercelli province of northern Italy. Carnaroli is traditionally used for making risotto, differing from the more common arborio rice due to its higher starch content and firmer texture, as well as having a longer grain. Carnaroli rice keeps its shape better than other forms of rice during the slow co...
medium grained rice used to make risotto
a medium-grain rice used for making risotto