Description
Creamy Mushroom Risotto offers an irresistible flavor and simple preparation. Made with carnaroli rice, fresh mushrooms, and butter, this dish is perfect for a quick dinner or comforting meal.
Ingredients
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- 0.7 oz dried shiitake mushrooms
- 7 cups vegetable broth
- 3 tablespoons butter, divided
- 1 yellow onion, minced
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1½ cups carnaroli rice
- ¾ teaspoon fine sea salt, divided
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
- 1 lb mushrooms, sliced
- 1 tablespoon fresh thyme leaves
- ⅓ cup grated parmesan cheese
- chopped flat-leaf parsley
Instructions
- Prepare the broth by blending the dried shiitakes until they become a fine powder. Incorporate 4 cups of stock, blend it on low, and then mix in the remaining 3 cups of vegetable stock in a saucepan. Cover and bring to a simmer.
- In a large pot, melt 1 tablespoon of butter over medium heat. Cook the minced onion until translucent, about 3 minutes, then add minced garlic and cook for 1 more minute. Stir in the rice for 1 minute.
- Add about 1½ cups of hot broth to the rice along with ½ teaspoon salt and the pepper. Stir frequently as the broth gets absorbed, and continue adding broth gradually until the rice is tender and creamy, for 16 to 22 minutes.
- In a skillet, melt 1 tablespoon of butter, add the sliced mushrooms and thyme, cooking until golden brown for about 5 to 8 minutes. Stir in the remaining salt, and taste for seasoning, before removing from heat.
- Gently mix in the last tablespoon of butter and Parmesan into the rice, adjusting seasonings as necessary. Serve the risotto topped with mushrooms and garnished with parsley and additional cheese.
Notes
For an intense flavor, ensure the dried mushrooms are blended into a fine powder before using in broth.
Use a mix of shiitake and cremini mushrooms for a richer taste in the risotto.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 780mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 60g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 30mg