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Creamy Mushroom Parmesan Risotto

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A quick and easy creamy mushroom Parmesan risotto that delivers comforting, rich, and earthy flavors with a perfect tender texture. Ideal for cozy dinners and simple enough for weeknights.

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup (200g) Arborio rice
  • 8 oz (225g) fresh mushrooms (cremini or button, sliced)
  • 2 tbsp (30g) unsalted butter
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 small yellow onion, finely chopped
  • 2 garlic cloves, minced
  • 4 cups (950 ml) vegetable or chicken broth, warm
  • ½ cup (120 ml) dry white wine (optional)
  • ½ cup (50g) freshly grated Parmesan cheese
  • Salt and black pepper to taste
  • Fresh parsley for garnish (optional)

Instructions

  1. Warm the broth in a medium saucepan and keep it at a gentle simmer over low heat.
  2. In a large skillet, heat olive oil and 1 tbsp butter over medium heat. Add sliced mushrooms, season lightly with salt, and cook until browned, about 6-8 minutes. Remove mushrooms and set aside.
  3. In the same pan, add remaining 1 tbsp butter. Sauté chopped onion until translucent and soft, about 4 minutes. Add minced garlic and cook for 30 seconds, stirring constantly.
  4. Add Arborio rice to the pan and stir continuously for 2 minutes until grains are coated and slightly translucent on edges.
  5. Pour in dry white wine and stir until mostly absorbed by the rice.
  6. Add warm broth gradually, one ladleful (about ½ cup) at a time, stirring gently and consistently. Let rice absorb liquid before adding more. Continue for 18-20 minutes until rice is tender but al dente.
  7. Fold sautéed mushrooms back into the pan and stir to combine and warm through.
  8. Remove from heat. Stir in freshly grated Parmesan cheese. Season with salt and black pepper to taste. Optionally add a small knob of butter for extra creaminess.
  9. Let risotto rest covered for 2 minutes before serving. Garnish with chopped fresh parsley if desired.

Notes

Keep broth warm to ensure even cooking and creamy texture. Stir gently but regularly to release starch without breaking rice grains. If risotto is too thick at the end, stir in a splash of warm broth or water to loosen. For dairy-free, substitute butter with plant-based alternative and Parmesan with vegan cheese or nutritional yeast.

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