Wonderful Winter Squash Risotto 🍲
Description:
This Wonderful Winter Squash Risotto is a delightful accompaniment to any turkey or chicken dinner, especially during the festive season! The addition of fresh minced garlic with the onions adds a burst of flavor, while ensuring your broth is piping hot before adding it to the rice ensures a creamy texture that will tantalize your taste buds. Perfect for a cozy weeknight meal or a special Christmas dinner, this dish is both healthy and satisfying.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 50 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 10 minutes
- Servings: 4
- Rating: 4.5
Ingredients:
| Quantity | Ingredient |
|---|---|
| 2 | Olive oil |
| 1 | Onion |
| 1 1/2 | Chicken broth |
| 3 1/2 | Arborio rice |
| 1 | White wine |
| 1/2 | Parmesan cheese |
| 1/4 | Fresh minced garlic |
Nutritional Information (per serving):
- Calories: 345.8
- Fat: 10.1g
- Saturated Fat: 2.4g
- Cholesterol: 5.5mg
- Sodium: 767.7mg
- Carbohydrates: 46.9g
- Fiber: 2.3g
- Sugar: 2.6g
- Protein: 10.5g
Keywords:
Vegetable, Low Protein, Low Cholesterol, Healthy, Winter, Christmas, Weeknight, < 4 Hours
Recipe Instructions:
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Saute Onion: Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over low heat. Add the minced garlic and onion, and sauté for about 10 minutes, until the onions are soft and translucent.
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Cook Squash: Stir in the winter squash and 1/2 cup of chicken broth. Cover the pan and let it cook for approximately 10 minutes, or until the squash is tender.
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Add Rice and Wine: Once the squash is tender, add the Arborio rice and white wine to the skillet. Cook, stirring continuously, until the wine is fully absorbed by the rice.
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Simmer with Broth: Gradually add 2-1/2 cups more chicken broth to the skillet, stirring occasionally. Allow the mixture to simmer, uncovered, until the liquid is absorbed, which should take around 30 minutes. Make sure to stir occasionally to prevent sticking.
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Finish Cooking: Add the remaining 1/2 cup of chicken broth to the risotto and stir until the rice is tender and creamy, about 5 minutes.
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Incorporate Cheese: Once the risotto reaches your desired consistency, mix in the grated Parmesan cheese until it’s fully melted and incorporated into the risotto.
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Serve: Transfer the Wonderful Winter Squash Risotto to serving plates or bowls. Garnish with additional grated Parmesan cheese if desired, and serve hot. Enjoy your comforting and flavorful risotto!
This recipe yields a creamy, flavorful risotto that pairs perfectly with poultry dishes or stands on its own as a hearty vegetarian main course. Experiment with different types of squash for variation, and feel free to adjust the seasoning to suit your taste preferences. Happy cooking! 🍽️
