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Deliciously Easy Homemade Comfort Food to Savor at Home

Mushroom risotto captures warmth and comfort, offering creamy texture and earthy flavors for a delightful meal.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Risotto Base
  • 1 cup Arborio rice Short-grain rice perfect for risotto.
  • 4 cups vegetable broth Homemade or low-sodium enhances flavors.
  • 2 cups mushrooms Fresh, sliced mushrooms.
  • 1 medium onion Diced, can substitute with shallots.
  • 2 cloves garlic Minced.
For the Finishing Touches
  • ½ cup Parmesan cheese Grated, can substitute with nutritional yeast for vegan.
  • 1 tablespoon butter Unsalted, can also use olive oil.
  • 1 handful fresh herbs Chopped parsley or thyme.
  • to taste black pepper Freshly ground.

Equipment

  • Medium saucepan
  • large skillet
  • Wooden spoon

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Mushroom Risotto
  1. In a medium saucepan, bring 4 cups of vegetable broth to a gentle simmer over medium heat.
  2. In a large skillet, heat 2 tablespoons of butter over medium heat. Add 1 diced onion and sauté for about 3-4 minutes until translucent. Stir in 2 minced garlic cloves, cook for an additional minute.
  3. Add 2 cups of sliced mushrooms to the skillet. Sauté for about 5-7 minutes until tender and caramelized.
  4. Add 1 cup of Arborio rice to the skillet. Stir well for about 2-3 minutes.
  5. Pour in 1 cup of the warm vegetable broth and stir continuously over medium heat for about 5 minutes or until most of the liquid is absorbed.
  6. After about 20 minutes, the rice should be creamy yet al dente. Remove from heat, stir in ½ cup of grated Parmesan cheese, 1 tablespoon of butter, and black pepper.
  7. Stir in chopped fresh herbs, serve garnished with extra herbs and Parmesan cheese.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 10gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 8gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.1gMonounsaturated Fat: 0.5gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 450mgFiber: 2gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 300IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Use warm vegetable broth for best results. Stir constantly to enhance creaminess. Customize with seasonal veggies and herbs.

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