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Butternut Squash and Mushroom Risotto

Delicious as a main course or great served next to fish or poultry.
Prep Time10 minutes
Cook Time50 minutes
Total Time1 hour
Course: entree or side
Cuisine: Risotto
Servings: 4 to 6
Author: Jersey Girl Cooks (Lisa Grant)

Ingredients

  • 4 TBS butter divided
  • cup finely chopped onions
  • 2 cups cubed butternut squash
  • 1 cup sliced mushrooms
  • 1 TBS chopped garlic
  • 1 cup Arborio rice
  • ½ cup white wine
  • 2 cups chicken stock heated (might need a bit more) (vegetable broth works also)
  • ½ shredded Parmesan cheese
  • 1 TBS chopped parsley
  • salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  • Melt the butter on medium heat in a large frying pan. Saute the onions and butternut squash until they start to brown. Add the mushrooms and garlic; cover and saute for 15 more minutes on low heat. Add the rice and cook for a few minutes uncovered. Add the wine and cook until absorbed. Stir in ½ a ladle of broth at a time (every 5 minutes) until all is used up and rice is creamy but tender. Add more if necessary. Stir well and add the Parmesan cheese. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Sprinkle with parsley before serving.