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Roasted Butternut Squash Risotto

Roasted Butternut Squash Risotto That Melts in Your Mouth

Experience autumn's warmth with this Roasted Butternut Squash Risotto, perfect for cozy gatherings.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 50 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 5 minutes
Servings: 4 bowls
Course: Lunch
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 400

Ingredients
  

For the Risotto
  • 1 cup Arborio Rice Essential for achieving creamy texture.
  • 2.5 cups Vegetable Broth Adds depth of flavor.
  • 0.5 cup White Wine Enhances richness.
  • 1 Shallots Chopped.
  • 2 cloves Garlic Cloves Minced.
  • 3 tablespoons Butter For cooking.
  • 0.5 cup Parmesan Cheese Freshly grated.
  • 2 cups Butternut Squash Cubed.
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil For roasting.
  • 10 leaves Sage Leaves Fresh.
For the Topping
  • 5 leaves Crispy Sage Leaves For topping.
  • 0.25 cup Extra Parmesan Cheese For serving.

Equipment

  • Large skillet
  • baking sheet
  • blender
  • small pan

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. In a small pan, heat olive oil over medium-high heat. Fry sage leaves until crisp, then drain on paper towels.
  2. In a large skillet, melt butter over medium-low heat. Cook shallots until soft, then add garlic and cook until fragrant.
  3. Add remaining butter and stir in Arborio rice, toasting for about 3 minutes.
  4. Pour in white wine, cook until evaporated, then add vegetable broth, covering and cooking for 20 minutes.
  5. Preheat oven to 450°F. Toss butternut squash with olive oil and roast for about 20 minutes.
  6. Blend roasted squash with a splash of vegetable broth until smooth.
  7. Stir butternut squash purée and Parmesan cheese into the risotto, adjusting seasoning as needed.
  8. Serve risotto topped with roasted squash, extra Parmesan, and crispy sage leaves.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 400kcalCarbohydrates: 60gProtein: 12gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 7gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 500mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 5gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 4500IUVitamin C: 30mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container for up to 3 days. Reheat with extra broth for best texture.

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