Butternut Squash Risotto
Butternut Squash Risotto is rated
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Prep Time:
50 minutes
Cook Time:
50 minutes
Servings:
6
A northern Italian specialty dating as far back as the Renaissance, risotto is traditionally served as a primo piatto (first course), after the antipasto. It is made from a high-starch rice such as Arborio or Carnaroli. The small grains become exceptionally creamy as the dish slowly simmers. Here, butternut squash puree and caramelized onions lend a mellow sweetness to the risotto.
Ingredients:
- 7 Tbs. unsalted butter
- 2 Tbs. minced fresh sage
- 6 cups vegetable or chicken stock
- 2 cups butternut squash puree
- 2 Tbs. olive oil
- 2/3 cup caramelized onions
- 2 cups Arborio rice
- 1 tsp. minced fresh rosemary
- 1/2 cup dry white wine
- 1/2 cup grated Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese
- Salt and freshly ground pepper, to taste
Directions:
In a small saucepan over medium heat, melt 4 Tbs. of the butter. Add 1 Tbs. of the sage and heat until the butter browns. Strain the butter into a small bowl and discard the sage. Cover the bowl to keep the butter warm.
In a large saucepan over medium-high heat, whisk together the stock and squash puree. Bring just to a simmer, 8 to 10 minutes; maintain over low heat.
In a large saucepan or risotto pan over medium heat, warm the olive oil. Add the caramelized onions and rice and stir until the grains are well coated with the oil and are nearly translucent with a white dot in the center, about 3 minutes. Stir in the remaining 1 Tbs. sage and the rosemary. Add the wine and stir until it is absorbed.
Add the simmering stock mixture a ladleful at a time, stirring frequently after each addition. Wait until the stock is almost completely absorbed before adding more.
When the rice is tender to the bite but slightly firm in the center and looks creamy, after about 30 minutes, stir in the remaining 3 Tbs. butter, the cheese, salt and pepper. Add more stock if needed so the rice is thick and creamy. Let stand for 2 minutes. Drizzle with the reserved sage butter and serve immediately. Serves 6.
In a large saucepan over medium-high heat, whisk together the stock and squash puree. Bring just to a simmer, 8 to 10 minutes; maintain over low heat.
In a large saucepan or risotto pan over medium heat, warm the olive oil. Add the caramelized onions and rice and stir until the grains are well coated with the oil and are nearly translucent with a white dot in the center, about 3 minutes. Stir in the remaining 1 Tbs. sage and the rosemary. Add the wine and stir until it is absorbed.
Add the simmering stock mixture a ladleful at a time, stirring frequently after each addition. Wait until the stock is almost completely absorbed before adding more.
When the rice is tender to the bite but slightly firm in the center and looks creamy, after about 30 minutes, stir in the remaining 3 Tbs. butter, the cheese, salt and pepper. Add more stock if needed so the rice is thick and creamy. Let stand for 2 minutes. Drizzle with the reserved sage butter and serve immediately. Serves 6.
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Rated 5 out of
5
by
BonBon826 from
Pure Delight!
This recipe exceeded my expectations. The texture, combination of flavors, and amazing taste made it incredible. I served it with pork and portobellos (for vegetarian family member) though it would go well with anything or as a main dish. Sautéed spinach with garlic made an excellent side dish.
Date published: 2018-10-22
Rated 4 out of
5
by
Heidirse from
Awesome Recipe
Fantastic recipe made just as it is written.
For my tastes, I subbed Farro instead of Arborio rice to increase the protein content. I also cut the cheese in half as it's a powerful flavor.
Date published: 2014-04-14
Rated 5 out of
5
by
Uknee926 from
Wonderful recipe
This is truly a marvelous recipe. Some additions I did where to dice up fresh butternut squash toss with some good olive oil, S & P and roast until the squash is cooked and then I pureed. I also used shallots and yellow onion for the caramelized onion. One last addition - a quarter cup of mascarpone cheese instead of adding in the unsalted butter at the end. Do not eliminate the brown butter sage sauce and fresh diced rosemary and sage - it is a perfect finishing touch!
Date published: 2013-10-17
Rated 5 out of
5
by
cwt55 from
Wonderful Autumn Favorite
For my first time making risotto, this really turned out well. The flavor of the butternut squash puree and caramelized shallots added so much flavor to this recipe. I actually started it in my Dutch oven and added 3/4 of the liquid, then baked it in the oven for 30 minutes. Really a quick way to jump start this recipe! Finished it out on the stove with rest of liquid, butter and parmesan cheese. Delicious!
Date published: 2012-11-15