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Creamy Mushroom Risotto Recipe – Easy Parmesan Comfort Food

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This creamy mushroom risotto is a comforting, restaurant-quality dish made with earthy mushrooms, parmesan cheese, and silky arborio rice. It’s easy to prepare, perfect for cozy nights in, and sure to impress family and friends.

Ingredients

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  • 1 1/2 cups arborio rice
  • 3 tablespoons unsalted butter, divided
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil, divided
  • 1 medium yellow onion, finely diced
  • 3 large garlic cloves, minced
  • 10 ounces cremini or button mushrooms, sliced
  • 1 teaspoon fresh thyme leaves (optional)
  • 4 cups low-sodium chicken or vegetable broth, kept warm
  • 1/2 cup dry white wine
  • 1 cup freshly grated parmesan cheese
  • Salt and black pepper, to taste
  • 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped (optional, for garnish)

Instructions

  1. In a medium saucepan, pour in the broth and set over low heat to keep warm.
  2. In a large skillet, melt 1 tablespoon butter with 1 tablespoon olive oil over medium heat. Add sliced mushrooms and cook for 5–6 minutes until golden and fragrant. Stir occasionally. Add thyme leaves if using.
  3. Push mushrooms to one side of the pan. Add another tablespoon butter and the diced onion. Cook for 2–3 minutes until translucent. Add minced garlic and stir for 1 minute.
  4. Pour in arborio rice. Stir constantly for 2–3 minutes, until rice is glossy and edges look slightly translucent.
  5. Pour in white wine. Stir and let it bubble up, scraping any bits stuck to the pan. Cook until most of the wine is absorbed, about 1–2 minutes.
  6. Begin adding warm broth, one ladle (about 1/2 cup) at a time. Stir gently and wait for the liquid to absorb before adding the next ladle. Continue for about 18–20 minutes.
  7. After 18 minutes, taste a grain of rice. It should be tender with a slight bite. If too firm, continue adding broth and stirring for another 2–5 minutes.
  8. When rice is creamy and just right, stir in the remaining 1 tablespoon butter and parmesan cheese. Season with salt and black pepper to taste. Stir until velvety and glossy.
  9. Remove from heat. Sprinkle with fresh chopped parsley for garnish. Serve immediately while hot.

Notes

Use warm broth for best results. Don’t overcrowd mushrooms in the pan. Stir often but not constantly. Taste rice for doneness. Finish off the heat for a creamy texture. If risotto thickens before serving, add a splash of warm broth. For extra flavor, finish with a drizzle of truffle oil. Recipe is naturally gluten-free and can be adapted for dairy-free diets.

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