How to Make My Grandma's Sautéed Zucchini Risotto

Ingredients

• 1 cup Arborio rice (200g)
• 1 medium zucchini, diced (approximately 1 cup or 150g)
• 1 small onion, finely chopped (about ½ cup or 75g)
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 4 cups vegetable or chicken broth (1 liter)
• ½ cup dry white wine (120ml)
• 2 tablespoons olive oil (30ml)
• 2 tablespoons unsalted butter (30g)
• ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese (50g)
• 1 teaspoon dried thyme (5g)
• Salt, to taste
• Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
• Fresh basil or parsley, chopped (optional)