Description
Indulge in the comforting embrace of creamy mushroom risotto, a dish that combines velvety Arborio rice with the rich umami flavors of fresh mushrooms. This culinary delight transforms simple ingredients into a restaurant-quality meal that’s perfect for cozy dinners or impressing guests. With each spoonful, you’ll experience the harmonious blend of garlic, onions, and Parmesan cheese, making this risotto an unforgettable centerpiece for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup Arborio rice
- 2 cups fresh mushrooms (cremini or shiitake), sliced
- 1 medium onion, finely chopped
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 4 cups vegetable broth, warmed
- 1 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 2 tbsp butter
Instructions
- In a saucepan, warm vegetable broth over low heat until hot but not boiling.
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil and butter over medium heat. Add chopped onions and minced garlic; sauté for 3-4 minutes until fragrant.
- Stir in sliced mushrooms and cook for 5-7 minutes until softened.
- Add Arborio rice to the skillet, stirring gently for about 2 minutes to coat each grain with oil.
- Gradually add warm broth one ladle at a time, stirring continuously until absorbed before adding more (approximately 18-20 minutes).
- Once the rice is al dente and creamy, remove from heat and stir in grated Parmesan cheese and an extra pat of butter.
- Serve immediately while hot, garnished with herbs or additional cheese if desired.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 360
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 48g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 30mg