Description
This Creamy Pumpkin Parmesan Risotto is a luxurious dish that envelops your palate with its velvety texture and rich, savory flavor. The sweetness of the pumpkin perfectly balances the sharpness of the Parmesan, creating a comforting and satisfying experience with every bite.
Ingredients
- Arborio Rice: 1 cup, rinsed
- Pumpkin Puree: 1 cup, canned or fresh
- Vegetable Broth: 4 cups, kept warm
- Onion: 1 medium, finely chopped
- Garlic: 2 cloves, minced
- Olive Oil: 2 tablespoons
- Butter: 2 tablespoons
- Parmesan Cheese: 1/2 cup, grated
- Salt: to taste
- Pepper: to taste
- Fresh Sage: 1 tablespoon, chopped (optional)
Instructions
- In a large saucepan, heat the olive oil and 1 tablespoon of butter over medium heat until shimmering.
- Add the chopped onion and sauté for 3-4 minutes until translucent.
- Stir in the minced garlic and cook for an additional 1 minute until fragrant.
- Add the Arborio rice and toast for 2-3 minutes, stirring frequently until the edges become translucent.
- Pour in 1 cup of warm vegetable broth and stir until absorbed.
- Continue adding broth, one cup at a time, stirring frequently and allowing each addition to be absorbed before adding the next, about 18-20 minutes total.
- Once the rice is creamy and al dente, stir in the pumpkin puree, remaining butter, and Parmesan cheese until well combined.
- Season with salt, pepper, and fresh sage if using, and serve immediately.
Notes
- This risotto can be made ahead of time and reheated gently on the stove with a splash of broth.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- For a vegan version, substitute butter and Parmesan with plant-based alternatives.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 3 grams
- Sodium: 600 milligrams
- Fat: 15 grams
- Saturated Fat: 8 grams
- Unsaturated Fat: 5 grams
- Trans Fat: 0 grams
- Carbohydrates: 45 grams
- Fiber: 3 grams
- Protein: 10 grams
- Cholesterol: 30 milligrams
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