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Homemade Comfort: Easy Recipes for a Cozy Night In

This creamy mushroom risotto is an easy, comforting dish that elevates any weeknight dinner.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 400

Ingredients
  

For the Risotto
  • 1 cup Arborio rice Essential for creamy texture
  • 8 ounces Fresh mushrooms Such as cremini or shiitake
  • 2 cloves Garlic Minced
  • 4 cups Vegetable broth Warm
  • 1 medium Onion Finely diced
  • 1 tablespoon Olive oil For sautéing
  • 1 splash White wine Adds acidity
  • to taste Salt
  • to taste Pepper
For the Creaminess
  • 2 tablespoons Butter For silkiness
  • ½ cup Parmesan cheese Freshly grated
Optional Add-Ins
  • 1 cup Fresh spinach For vibrant color
  • to taste Chopped fresh herbs Like parsley or thyme

Equipment

  • Medium saucepan
  • Wooden spoon

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a medium saucepan, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add diced onion and sauté until translucent, about 3-4 minutes. Stir in minced garlic and cook for 1 more minute.
  2. Add sliced mushrooms and stir frequently for about 5-7 minutes until golden brown and tender.
  3. Pour in the Arborio rice, stirring constantly for about 2 minutes to toast the grains.
  4. Add a splash of white wine to deglaze the pan, stirring well. Let simmer for 1-2 minutes.
  5. Begin adding warm vegetable broth, one ladle at a time, stirring constantly until absorbed, about 18-20 minutes.
  6. Once creamy, stir in butter and grated Parmesan cheese off heat.
  7. Transfer to bowls and garnish with optional spinach or herbs. Serve warm.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 400kcalCarbohydrates: 50gProtein: 10gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 9gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 2gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 2mg

Notes

For best flavor, serve risotto fresh. Avoid adding cold broth to prevent shocking the rice.

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