Mushroom Risotto for One

Portions:1
Preparation Time: 10 minutes
Cooking Time:25 minutes
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Ingredients

  • Small saucepan
  • Knife
  • Cutting board

Instructions

  • In a small saucepan, heat the butter over medium heat.
  • Add the chopped onion and minced garlic, and sauté for about 3 minutes until softened.
  • Add the Arborio rice to the saucepan and stir-fry for another 3 minutes.
  • Pour in the dry white wine or sherry and continue stirring until the wine is absorbed.
  • Gradually add the vegetable broth, a ladleful at a time, stirring continuously and waiting until each addition is absorbed before adding more.
  • This process should take about 15 minutes.
  • Once the rice is cooked and creamy, cover the saucepan and let the risotto simmer gently for about 15 minutes.
  • Remove from heat and let it rest for another 5 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, cook the sliced mushrooms in the remaining vegetable broth for about 3 minutes.
  • Then, remove them from the broth and stir them into the risotto along with the chopped parsley.
  • Heat the risotto for an additional 3 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  • Season the risotto with salt, pepper, and a splash of lemon juice to taste.
  • Optionally, sprinkle grated 20+ cheese over the risotto before serving.
  • Serve the mushroom risotto with cooked spinach on the side.

Notes / Tips / Wine Advice:

Store the leftover vegetable broth for later use or as a snack.
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Course Main Dish / Rice
Cuisine Italian