Description
Looking for the best creamy mushroom risotto recipe? This dish is easy, quick, and made with simple ingredients for a healthy and comforting meal. Perfect for weeknight dinners, date nights, or holiday gatherings, it delivers restaurant style results at home. These easy ideas make it a family favorite that feels special yet approachable. Save this simple and delicious recipe for your next cozy dinner!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 1/2 cups arborio rice
- 8 oz mushrooms, sliced
- 1 small onion, finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 4 cups vegetable broth, warmed
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
Instructions
- Heat 4 cups vegetable broth in a saucepan over low heat and keep it warm throughout cooking to ensure even absorption.
- In a large skillet, heat 2 tablespoons olive oil over medium heat. Add 1 finely chopped onion and cook for 3 to 4 minutes until translucent. Stir in 2 minced garlic cloves and cook for 30 seconds.
- Add 8 ounces sliced mushrooms and cook for 5 to 7 minutes until they release moisture and turn golden. Season lightly with salt and pepper.
- Stir in 1 1/2 cups arborio rice and toast for 1 to 2 minutes, making sure each grain is coated with oil.
- Add 1 ladle about 1/2 cup of warm broth to the rice and stir continuously until mostly absorbed. Continue adding broth 1/2 cup at a time, stirring frequently for about 18 to 20 minutes until the rice is tender with a slight bite.
- Remove from heat and stir in 2 tablespoons butter and 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese. Adjust consistency with a small splash of broth if needed and garnish with 2 tablespoons chopped parsley before serving.
Notes
- Use warm broth for the best creamy texture.
- Stir frequently but gently to release starch without breaking the grains.
- Serve immediately for optimal consistency.
- Add a splash of broth when reheating leftovers.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 420 kcal
- Sugar: 3 g
- Sodium: 520 mg
- Fat: 14 g
- Saturated Fat: 6 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 60 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 12 g
- Cholesterol: 20 mg