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Cozy Creamy Butternut Squash Risotto

Cozy Creamy Butternut Squash Risotto for Ultimate Comfort

Cozy Creamy Butternut Squash Risotto is a delightful vegetarian dish that brings comfort to your dinner table.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 300

Ingredients
  

For the Risotto
  • 1 cup Arborio Rice The magical grain that transforms into a creamy delight.
  • 2 cups Butternut Squash Ensure you peel, seed, and dice before roasting.
  • 4 cups Vegetable Broth Warm it before use to maintain creamy consistency.
  • 1 medium Onion Finely chopped.
  • 2 cloves Garlic Minced.
  • 1/2 cup Parmesan Cheese Grated to mix in easily.
  • 2 tablespoons Extra Virgin Olive Oil Used for sautéing.
  • 5 leaves Sage Leaves Chopped.
  • to taste Salt & Pepper Key for seasoning.

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Skillet
  • Saucepan
  • Baking Sheet

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Cozy Creamy Butternut Squash Risotto
  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Toss diced butternut squash with olive oil, salt, and pepper on a baking sheet. Roast for about 25-30 minutes until tender and caramelized.
  2. While the squash is roasting, heat vegetable broth in a saucepan over low heat to keep it warm.
  3. In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add chopped onion and sauté for about 4-5 minutes until translucent. Add minced garlic and cook for an additional minute.
  4. Stir in Arborio rice, coating each grain in the oil. Toast the rice for about 2 minutes until slightly translucent.
  5. Pour in warm broth one ladle at a time, stirring constantly and allowing the liquid to absorb before adding the next. This should take roughly 20 minutes.
  6. Once the rice is creamy and al dente, gently fold in the roasted butternut squash, grated Parmesan cheese, and chopped sage. Stir until well combined.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 300kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 10gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 20mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 500mgFiber: 4gSugar: 7gVitamin A: 2000IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Feel free to customize with crispy pancetta or a vegan twist with nutritional yeast.

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