Description
Creamy Mushroom Risotto is a rich, comforting dish featuring tender rice cooked with earthy mushrooms, creating a creamy and luxurious texture. Perfect for dinner or as a side, it’s a dish that everyone will love.
Ingredients
- Arborio Rice (2 cups)
- Mushrooms (2 cups, sliced)
- Vegetable or Chicken Broth (4 cups, warm)
- Butter (2 tablespoons)
- Olive Oil (1 tablespoon)
- Shallots or Onion (1, finely chopped)
- Garlic (3 cloves, minced)
- Heavy Cream (1/2 cup)
- Parmesan Cheese (1/2 cup, grated)
- Fresh Parsley (for garnish)
Instructions
- Heat olive oil and butter in a large pan over medium heat. Add shallots or onions, and sauté until translucent, about 3 minutes.
- Add garlic and cook for another 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Stir in mushrooms and cook for 5-7 minutes until they release their moisture and turn golden brown.
- Add Arborio rice and toast for 1-2 minutes, stirring constantly.
- Gradually add warm broth, one ladleful at a time, allowing the rice to absorb the liquid before adding more. Continue until the rice is tender but al dente, about 18-20 minutes.
- Stir in heavy cream and Parmesan cheese, and cook for another 2-3 minutes until creamy.
- Garnish with fresh parsley and serve immediately.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes