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Creamy Mushroom Risotto
Created by: Howcan Team
Ingredients
- 1 1/2 cups Arborio rice
- 4 cups chicken or vegetable broth
- 1/2 cup dry white wine
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1/2 cup finely chopped onion
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 8 ounces mushrooms, sliced
- 2 tablespoons butter
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
Instructions
- In a medium saucepan, bring the broth to a simmer. Keep warm over low heat.
- In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the onion and garlic, and sauté until softened, about 3 minutes.
- Add the mushrooms and cook until they release their liquid and become golden brown, about 5 minutes. Remove half of the mushrooms and set aside for garnish.
- Stir in the Arborio rice and cook for 1-2 minutes, until the grains are coated with oil and slightly translucent.
- Pour in the white wine and cook, stirring constantly, until the wine is absorbed.
- Ladle in 1 cup of the warm broth and cook, stirring occasionally, until the liquid is absorbed. Continue adding the broth, 1 cup at a time, and stirring until the rice is tender but still firm to the bite, about 20 minutes.
- Stir in the reserved mushrooms, Parmesan cheese, and butter. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Garnish with chopped parsley and serve hot.
Mushroom risotto has a rich history dating back to the northern regions of Italy, where it originated. This creamy, flavorful dish has been a staple in Italian cuisine for centuries, with its roots in the Lombardy and Piedmont regions. Renowned chefs like Gualtiero Marchesi and Massimo Bottura have elevated the dish to new heights, incorporating their own unique twists and techniques. The key to a perfect mushroom risotto lies in using high-quality Arborio rice, flavorful mushrooms such as porcini or shiitake, and a rich, savory broth. Today, some of the best versions of this dish can be found in traditional Italian trattorias and fine dining restaurants across Italy. For a unique twist, some chefs also incorporate truffle oil or crispy pancetta for added depth of flavor. Whether enjoyed in a rustic trattoria in Milan or a Michelin-starred restaurant in Modena, mushroom risotto continues to be a beloved classic in Italian gastronomy.
40 min
4
380 calories
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