Creamy Pumpkin Risotto
Warm up this fall with a bowl of creamy pumpkin risotto. This comforting dish combines the earthy sweetness of pumpkin and the rich creaminess of Parmesan cheese, making it a perfect centerpiece for family gatherings or cozy evenings at home. Easy to prepare and beautifully vibrant, this risotto is sure to impress your guests while satisfying your cravings for seasonal flavors.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
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- 1 cup Arborio rice
- 1 cup pumpkin puree (fresh or canned)
- 4 cups vegetable broth
- 1 medium onion, finely chopped
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- ½ cup Parmesan cheese, freshly grated
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 6 fresh sage leaves, chopped
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Prepare your ingredients by chopping the onion and garlic.
- In a large pot, heat olive oil over medium heat. Sauté onions until translucent (about 5 minutes), then add minced garlic and cook until fragrant.
- Stir in Arborio rice, coating each grain with oil. Toast for 1-2 minutes.
- Gradually add warmed vegetable broth one ladle at a time, stirring constantly until absorbed before adding more.
- After about 15 minutes of cooking, stir in pumpkin puree and chopped sage leaves. Continue simmering until creamy (around 5 minutes).
- Remove from heat, fold in Parmesan cheese until melted, and season with salt and pepper before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 10mg