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Butternut Squash Risotto

Creamy Butternut Squash Risotto to Warm Your Soul

This Butternut Squash Risotto is a comforting dish with roasted squash and Arborio rice, perfect for chilly evenings.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 4 portions
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 350

Ingredients
  

For the Risotto
  • 1 medium Butternut Squash Cut into cubes
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil For sautéing and roasting
  • to taste Salt
  • to taste Pepper
  • 1 medium Onion Chopped finely
  • 2 cloves Garlic Minced
  • 1 cup Arborio Rice
  • 1/2 cup White Wine or substitute with vegetable broth
  • 4 cups Vegetable Broth Gluten-free if required
  • 1/2 cup Parmesan Cheese Grated
Optional Garnish
  • to taste Fresh Herbs Basil or parsley
  • to taste Extra Parmesan Cheese For serving

Equipment

  • Baking sheet
  • saucepan
  • Mixing bowl
  • Wooden Spoon

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. Cut the butternut squash into uniform cubes and toss with olive oil, salt, and pepper. Roast for 25-30 minutes.
  3. In a large saucepan, heat olive oil over medium heat and sauté onion for about 5 minutes. Add garlic and cook for another minute.
  4. Stir in Arborio rice and toast for 1-2 minutes until edges are slightly translucent.
  5. Pour in white wine and simmer until mostly evaporated, about 3-5 minutes.
  6. Gradually add vegetable broth, one ladle at a time, stirring frequently until absorbed, about 18-20 minutes.
  7. Fold in roasted butternut squash and Parmesan cheese, season with salt and pepper to taste.
  8. Serve in warm bowls, garnished with extra Parmesan and fresh herbs.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 10gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 20mgSodium: 500mgPotassium: 700mgFiber: 6gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 800IUVitamin C: 25mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 2mg

Notes

For optimal flavor, store in the fridge before serving and add vegetable broth when reheating for a creamy texture.

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