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Mushroom Risotto

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This creamy Mushroom Risotto is a comforting and elegant dish, perfect for cozy nights or dinner parties. Made with arborio rice, sautéed mushrooms, garlic, white wine, and Parmesan cheese, it’s rich in flavor and silky in texture. A must-try for risotto lovers looking for a restaurant-quality meal at home.

  • Author: Julia
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes
  • Total Time: 40 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings
  • Category: Dinner, Main Course
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: Italian
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Ingredients

  • 1 cup arborio rice
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 2 tbsp butter
  • 1 small yellow onion or 2 shallots, finely chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 8 oz cremini or button mushrooms, sliced
  • 1/2 cup dry white wine
  • 4 cups vegetable or chicken broth, warmed
  • 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1 tsp fresh thyme or parsley (optional)
  • Salt and black pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Warm the broth in a saucepan and keep it on low heat.
  2. Heat olive oil and butter in a large skillet over medium heat. Sauté chopped onion or shallots until translucent, about 3–4 minutes.
  3. Add garlic and mushrooms. Cook until mushrooms are browned and tender, about 5–6 minutes. Season with salt and pepper.
  4. Stir in arborio rice and cook for 1–2 minutes until the edges of the rice become translucent.
  5. Pour in the white wine and stir until fully absorbed.
  6. Begin adding the warm broth one ladle at a time, stirring frequently. Let each addition absorb before adding the next.
  7. Continue this process for 18–20 minutes, or until the rice is al dente and the risotto is creamy.
  8. Remove from heat. Stir in Parmesan cheese and an extra pat of butter if desired.
  9. Garnish with fresh thyme or parsley and serve immediately.

Notes

  • Add frozen peas or chopped spinach for a pop of color.
  • A splash of cream or mascarpone can make it even more luxurious.
  • Try using wild mushrooms for deeper flavor.
  • Reheat with a splash of broth over low heat for best results.

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