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Savor the Best Homemade Comfort Food in Minutes

Enjoy creamy mushroom risotto, a delightful homemade comfort food packed with flavor, perfect for quick dinners.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Risotto
  • 1 cup Arborio rice Essential for creamy texture
  • 4 cups vegetable broth Warm
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil Extra virgin
  • 2 medium shallots Finely chopped
  • ½ cup white wine For flavor
For the Mushrooms
  • 8 ounces cremini mushrooms Sliced
For Garnishing
  • ½ cup Parmesan cheese Freshly grated
  • ¼ cup fresh parsley Chopped

Equipment

  • large skillet

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Mushroom Risotto
  1. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add chopped shallots and sauté for 2-3 minutes until translucent.
  2. Add sliced cremini mushrooms to the skillet, stirring occasionally for 5-7 minutes until tender and golden brown.
  3. Pour in Arborio rice, stirring to coat grains in oil for 1-2 minutes until slightly translucent.
  4. Pour in white wine and let it simmer, stirring continuously for 2-3 minutes until reduced.
  5. Gradually add warm vegetable broth, one ladle at a time, allowing absorption for about 18-20 minutes.
  6. Once the rice is al dente and creamy, stir in Parmesan cheese until melted. Fold in chopped parsley.
  7. Serve warm, garnished with extra Parmesan and parsley.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 50gProtein: 10gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 10mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 3gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Use fresh ingredients and quality broth for the best flavor. Stir constantly to achieve creaminess.

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