Imported from Italy, DaVinci Aborio Rice is used to make risotto, a specialty Italian rice dish. Grown and eaten in Northern Italy for centuries, this rice is high in a special starch that dissolves into a creamy sauce while it cooks. It is able to absorb a great deal of liquid and still maintain its firmness, which is why Italians use it to make risotto. With its fine rich flavor, it can be enjoyed plain or combined with vegetables, fish, meat or cheese and served as an appetizer or main course.