Description
A rich and creamy pumpkin risotto that combines Arborio rice with smooth pumpkin puree and Parmesan cheese for a comforting autumn-inspired dish. This risotto is cooked slowly with white wine and warm vegetable broth to achieve a velvety texture and deep flavors, perfect for a cozy meal.
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
- 1 cup Arborio rice
- 1 cup pumpkin puree
- ½ cup Parmesan cheese, grated
- ¼ cup white wine
- 4 cups vegetable broth (kept warm)
- 1 small onion, finely chopped
- 2 tablespoons butter
Instructions
- Prepare the Ingredients: Finely chop the onion and warm the vegetable broth in a separate pot to keep it hot throughout cooking. This helps the rice absorb the broth evenly.
- Sauté the Onion: Melt the butter in a large skillet or saucepan over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and cook until translucent and tender, about 3-5 minutes.
- Toast the Rice: Add Arborio rice to the pan with the onions and stir for 1-2 minutes until the edges become translucent. This step helps the rice coat evenly and develop a nutty flavor.
- Deglaze with Wine: Pour in the white wine and stir continuously until the liquid is mostly absorbed by the rice.
- Add Broth Gradually: Begin adding the warm vegetable broth one ladle at a time, stirring frequently. Allow most of the liquid to absorb before adding the next ladle. Continue this process until the rice is creamy and just tender, about 18-20 minutes.
- Incorporate Pumpkin Puree: Stir in the pumpkin puree, mixing thoroughly until fully combined with the rice. Heat through for a couple of minutes.
- Finish with Cheese and Seasoning: Remove the risotto from heat and stir in the grated Parmesan cheese. Adjust seasoning with salt and pepper to taste. Serve immediately for best texture and flavor.
Notes
- Stirring frequently while adding broth helps release starch from the rice for a creamy risotto.
- Use warm broth to maintain consistent cooking temperature and avoid interrupting the cooking process.
- For a non-dairy version, substitute butter with olive oil and Parmesan with nutritional yeast.
- Feel free to add fresh herbs like sage or thyme for additional flavor complexity.
