Wild mushroom risotto

• For 4 people
• Preparation time : 45 minutes
• Difficulty (0 to 5) : 3

Ingredients

• Wild Mushroom Risotto
  • Arborio rice : 1 cup
  • Wild mushrooms : 8 oz
  • Onion : 1 medium-sized
  • Garlic cloves : 2
  • Vegetable broth : 4 cups
  • White wine : 1/2 cup cup
  • Parmesan cheese (grated) : 1/2 cup cup
  • Butter : 2 tbsp
  • Olive oil : 2 tbsp
  • Fresh thyme (chopped) : 1 tbsp
  • Salt : to taste
  • Black pepper : to taste

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Steps

• Prepare the Mushroom Broth
• Heat the vegetable broth in a saucepan and keep it warm on low heat.
• Sauté the Mushrooms
• Clean the wild mushrooms and slice them.
• Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
• Add the mushrooms and sauté until they are golden brown and tender.
• Remove the mushrooms from the skillet and set them aside.
• Cook the Risotto
• In the same skillet, heat another tablespoon of olive oil and add the chopped onion and garlic.
• Sauté until the onion becomes translucent.
• Add the Arborio rice to the skillet and stir it for a minute to coat it with the oil.
• Pour in the white wine and cook until it is absorbed by the rice.
• Begin adding the warm vegetable broth, one ladle at a time, stirring constantly until each ladle is absorbed before adding the next.
• Continue this process until the rice is cooked al dente, which should take about 20 minutes.
• Finish the Risotto
• Stir in the sautéed mushrooms, grated Parmesan cheese, butter, and fresh thyme.
• Season with salt and black pepper to taste.
• Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes until the mushrooms are heated through and the cheese is melted.
• Serve and Enjoy
• Remove the risotto from the heat and let it rest for a minute.
• Serve the wild mushroom risotto hot, garnished with some extra grated Parmesan cheese and fresh thyme.

Tips

• Use a variety of wild mushrooms for a more complex flavor.
• Stir the risotto constantly to ensure a creamy texture.
• Add a splash of lemon juice for a hint of acidity.

Information

• Arborio rice is a short-grain rice variety commonly used in risotto due to its high starch content, which gives the dish its creamy texture.
• Wild mushrooms add a rich and earthy flavor to the risotto.
• Risotto is a traditional Italian dish that requires patience and attention to achieve the perfect consistency.