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Butternut Squash Risotto

Cultural Context

Originating from Northern Italy, risotto is a creamy rice dish that showcases the region's seasonal produce. Butternut squash risotto is particularly popular in the fall, when the squash is harvested, and it exemplifies the Italian tradition of using simple, fresh ingredients to create comforting meals. Today, this dish is enjoyed worldwide, often adapted with various vegetables and herbs, making it a versatile favorite.

ItalianITmain
45 min
medium
6 servings
Servings4
1 lb butternut squash
1 1/2 cups arborio rice
4 cups vegetable broth
1 medium onion
1/2 cup white wine
1/2 cup parmesan cheese
2 tablespoons sage

Quantities are estimated based on standard recipes for your convenience. The actual ingredients used in this video are accurate.

parmesan cheese

🥗Healthier: nutritional yeast

💰Cheaper: pecorino cheese

Nutritional yeast provides a cheesy flavor with fewer calories.

white wine

🥗Healthier: apple cider vinegar

💰Cheaper: grape juice

Apple cider vinegar adds acidity without alcohol.

butter

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: margarine

Olive oil is heart-healthy and can be used for sautéing.

vegetable broth

🥗Healthier: homemade broth

💰Cheaper: water + bouillon cubes

Using water with bouillon is a cost-effective alternative.

1

Cut the sides off the butternut squash to stabilize it.

2

Peel the butternut squash and cut it in half.

3

Remove the inside pulp with a spoon.

4

Cut the butternut squash into bite-sized cubes.

5

Heat the IMUSA pressure cooker like a regular pot.

6

Sauté chopped onions in the pressure cooker for about 1 minute until soft.

7

Add the butternut squash and continue to cook for another minute while mixing.

8

Sprinkle in short grain rice and mix again.

9

Pour in white wine and cook until it evaporates.

10

Add vegetable stock to the mixture.

11

Chop up some sage and add it to the pot.

12

Bring the mixture to a boil before putting the lid on the pressure cooker.

13

Lower the heat to medium and cook for about 7 minutes under pressure.

14

After 7 minutes, turn off the heat and use the Rapid Release method with a wooden spoon to release the pressure.

15

Wait for the orange release valve to go down before opening the pressure cooker.

16

Add parmesan cheese to the risotto and mix well.

Cooking Techniques

sautéingtoastingstirring

Equipment Needed

large skilletladlewooden spoonmeasuring cups

Spice Level:

🌶️🌶️🌶️Contains Alcohol

Dietary

vegetariandairy-free

Allergens

dairy

Also Known As

Risotto alla Zucca
Local Name: Risotto di zucca butternut

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