
Creamy Mushroom Risotto
A rich and creamy risotto with sautéed mushrooms, white wine, and Parmesan cheese.
15 mins
Prep Time
30 mins
Cook Time
4
Servings
Ingredients
- 1 1/2 cups Arborio rice
- 4 cups chicken or vegetable broth
- 1/2 cup dry white wine
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 cups sliced mushrooms (cremini or button)
- 1 small onion, finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 3 tbsp butter
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
Nutrition Facts
Instructions
Heat the broth in a saucepan over medium heat until simmering. Keep it warm on low heat.
In a large pan, heat olive oil and 1 tbsp butter over medium heat. Add the mushrooms and sauté until golden brown, about 5 minutes. Remove and set aside.
In the same pan, add the remaining butter and sauté the onion until translucent, about 3 minutes. Add garlic and cook for another minute.
Add the Arborio rice and stir to coat with the butter. Toast the rice for 2 minutes until slightly translucent at the edges.
Pour in the white wine and stir until absorbed. Begin adding the warm broth, one ladle at a time, stirring frequently until each addition is absorbed before adding the next.
Continue adding broth and stirring for about 18-20 minutes until the rice is creamy and al dente.
Stir in the sautéed mushrooms, Parmesan cheese, and season with salt and black pepper. Garnish with fresh parsley before serving.
Chef's Tips
- Broth Temperature: Keep the broth warm to maintain even cooking and prevent the rice from cooling down.
- Stirring: Constant stirring helps release the rice's starch, creating a creamy texture.
- Wine Substitute: If you don’t use wine, replace it with extra broth and a splash of lemon juice for acidity.
- Mushroom Variety: Use a mix of mushrooms like shiitake or porcini for deeper flavor.
- Resting: Let the risotto rest for 2-3 minutes before serving to allow flavors to meld.