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Cozy Creamy Butternut Squash Risotto

Cozy Creamy Butternut Squash Risotto for Ultimate Comfort

Cozy Creamy Butternut Squash Risotto is a comforting and nourishing vegetarian dish that warms the soul with its rich flavors and creamy texture.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Risotto
  • 1 cup Arborio Rice Key for creamy texture
  • 1 medium Butternut Squash Peeled, seeded, and diced
  • 4 cups Vegetable Broth Warmed
  • 1 medium Onion Finely chopped
  • 2 cloves Garlic Minced
  • 1/2 cup Parmesan Cheese Freshly grated
  • 2 tablespoons Extra Virgin Olive Oil For sautéing
  • 1 tablespoon Sage Leaves Chopped
  • to taste Salt and Pepper For seasoning
Optional Garnishes
  • 1 pinch Red Pepper Flakes For spiciness
  • 1/4 cup Toasted Pine Nuts For crunch
  • 1 tablespoon Truffle Oil For a luxurious finish

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Baking Sheet
  • Medium saucepan
  • Large skillet
  • Ladle

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Toss diced butternut squash with olive oil, salt, and pepper, then roast for 25-30 minutes until tender.
  2. Warm the vegetable broth over low heat in a saucepan, keeping it covered.
  3. In a large skillet, heat olive oil and sauté onion for 4-5 minutes until translucent, then add garlic for another minute.
  4. Add Arborio rice to the skillet and toast for about 2 minutes until slightly translucent around the edges.
  5. Gradually add warm broth, one ladleful at a time, stirring constantly for about 20 minutes until creamy.
  6. Fold in roasted butternut squash, Parmesan cheese, and chopped sage, then season with salt and pepper.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 70gProtein: 12gFat: 16gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 9gCholesterol: 20mgSodium: 700mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 5gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 16000IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Always use warm broth for better texture and taste. Adjust consistency by adding more broth if necessary.

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