Creamy Mushroom Risotto Recipe
Indulge in the luxurious flavors of this creamy mushroom risotto, a comforting and elegant dish that is perfect for a weeknight gourmet meal.
- Author: Asma
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 3 servings 1x
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Vegetarian
For the Risotto:
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 tablespoon butter
- 1 small onion, finely chopped
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 cup Arborio rice
- ½ cup dry white wine (optional)
- 3 cups vegetable broth, warm
- 1 cup sliced mushrooms (cremini or button)
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Optional: fresh thyme or parsley for garnish
- Heat oil and butter: In a large pan, heat olive oil and butter. Add onion and garlic, sauté for 3 minutes.
- Toast the rice: Add Arborio rice, stir for 1-2 minutes until lightly toasted.
- Add wine: Pour in wine and stir until absorbed.
- Cook the risotto: Add warm broth one ladle at a time, stirring constantly. Add mushrooms midway through. Cook for 20-25 minutes until rice is tender and creamy.
- Finish and serve: Stir in Parmesan, season with salt and pepper, and garnish with fresh herbs.
Notes
- For a deeper flavor, you can use a mix of wild mushrooms.
- Be patient and stir the risotto often for that perfect creamy texture.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 340 kcal
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 780mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 48g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 9g
- Cholesterol: 25mg
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