Mushroom Sage Risotto
Mushroom Sage Risotto is a comforting dish that envelops your palate in rich, creamy flavors. This delightful risotto features Arborio rice cooked to perfection, infused with earthy mushrooms and aromatic sage. Whether for a cozy weeknight dinner or an elegant gathering, this recipe promises to impress with its velvety texture and inviting aroma that fills the kitchen. Gather around the table and savor each creamy bite of this culinary masterpiece.
- Author: Jennifer
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
- 1 cup Arborio rice
- 4 cups low-sodium vegetable broth
- 1 cup diced fresh mushrooms (cremini or shiitake)
- 1 small onion, finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/4 cup fresh sage leaves, chopped
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Warm vegetable broth in a saucepan over medium heat.
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Sauté onion until translucent (about 5 minutes), then add garlic and sage; cook for another minute.
- Stir in Arborio rice and cook for 2 minutes until slightly translucent.
- Gradually add warm broth one cup at a time, stirring frequently until absorbed before adding more (about 20 minutes).
- Once rice is al dente, fold in mushrooms and another ladle of broth; cook for about 5 minutes until tender.
- Remove from heat and mix in Parmesan cheese until melted. Adjust seasoning with salt and pepper.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (200g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 720mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 15mg
Keywords: For added flavor, consider stirring in a splash of white wine with the broth or using different mushroom varieties like shiitake or oyster. To store leftovers, place them in an airtight container for up to three days; reheat gently on the stove with a splash of broth.