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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
olio extravergine d'oliva
mezza cipolla rossa
600g zucca butternut
sale fino q.b.
pepe nero q.b.
1 litro di brodo vegetale
250g riso carnaroli
mezzo bicchiere di vino bianco
40g burro freddo
30g parmigiano reggiano

parmesan cheese

๐Ÿฅ—Healthier: nutritional yeast

๐Ÿ’ฐCheaper: pecorino cheese

Nutritional yeast provides a cheesy flavor with fewer calories.

white wine

๐Ÿฅ—Healthier: apple cider vinegar

๐Ÿ’ฐCheaper: grape juice

Apple cider vinegar adds acidity without alcohol.

butter

๐Ÿฅ—Healthier: olive oil

๐Ÿ’ฐCheaper: margarine

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

vegetable broth

๐Ÿฅ—Healthier: homemade broth

๐Ÿ’ฐCheaper: water + bouillon cubes

Using water with bouillon is a cost-effective alternative.

1

Heat the olive oil in a pan.

2

Add the chopped red onion and sautรฉ until translucent.

3

Add the diced butternut squash and cook for a few minutes.

4

Stir in the rice and toast it briefly.

5

Pour in the white wine and let it evaporate.

6

Gradually add the vegetable broth, stirring frequently, until the rice is cooked.

7

Once the rice is creamy and al dente, stir in the cold butter and grated parmesan cheese.

Cooking Techniques

sautรฉingtoastingstirring

Spice Level:

๐ŸŒถ๏ธ๐ŸŒถ๏ธ๐ŸŒถ๏ธContains Alcohol

Dietary

vegetarian

Allergens

dairy

Also Known As

Risotto alla Zucca
Local Name: Risotto di zucca butternut

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