Best 4 Mushroom Leek And Cashew Nut Risotto Recipes

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Mushroom leek and cashew nut risotto is a delicious and versatile dish that can be enjoyed as a main course or a side dish. It is relatively easy to make, and the ingredients are readily available at most grocery stores. The creamy texture and nutty flavor of the risotto will surely impress your family and friends. With a few simple steps, you can create a flavorful and satisfying meal that will leave everyone asking for seconds.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

MUSHROOM, LEEK AND CASHEW NUT RISOTTO



Mushroom, Leek and Cashew Nut Risotto image

I love mushroom risotto and I love leeks and cashews however the only risotto recipe I had with these ingredients was with brown rice, boiled in a pot. I prefer the traditional method of cooking risotto and with arborio rice so I used that recipe as a guide, along with another mushroom risotto recipe I had and it is delicious. (Believe it or not, the first time I cooked this recipe I forgot to add the cashews - after all that! Anyway, it still tasted great even without the cashews, but is better with them.) Use the best quality stock you can as with any risotto, the quality of stock makes a huge difference. Preferably, make your own using one of the many chicken stock recipes on 'Zaar as a guide. (It should be a criminal offence to throw away a chicken carcass I reckon!) Alternatively, Campbell's "Real Stock" from the shop is very good.

Provided by Baz231

Categories     Short Grain Rice

Time 40m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 13

2 cups sliced mushrooms (about 375 gms)
1 tablespoon lemon juice
6 tablespoons butter
2 tablespoons fresh parsley, finely chopped (or 1 tblspn dried parsley)
2 teaspoons fresh basil, finely chopped (optional) or 1 teaspoon dried basil
2 leeks, sliced and washed
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 garlic clove, crushed (optional)
2 cups arborio rice
1 cup dry white wine
4 cups chicken stock, hot
1/2 cup cashew nuts, coarsely chopped
1/2 cup parmesan cheese, grated

Steps:

  • Toss the fresh mushrooms with the lemon juice. In a large, heavy based pan melt 2 tablespoons of butter, stir in the mushrooms and cook over moderate heat until they begin to brown. Add the parsley and basil (if using) and cook for 30 seconds more, then remove and set aside.
  • Heat another 2 tablespoons of the butter with the olive oil in the same pan in which the mushrooms were cooked. Stir in the sliced leeks and garlic and cook until soft, about 6 to 8 minutes.
  • Add the rice, stirring to coat all the grains until they start to swell and burst - about 2 minutes. Add the sauteed mushrooms and mix well.
  • Pour in the wine and cook over moderate to low heat until it is absorbed.
  • Add half a cup of the hot stock and stir frequently to prevent sticking while the rice absorbs the liquid.
  • Keep adding stock in this way, stirring frequently to prevent sticking.
  • Just as the final liquid is being absorbed and the rice is cooked (about 20 minutes) remove from the heat and stir in the remaining 2 tablespoons of butter, the parmesan cheese and the cashew nuts. Add freshly ground black pepper to taste (and salt, if you must) and serve. Garnish with some freshly grated parmesan, if you like.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 894.2, Fat 39.2, SaturatedFat 16.6, Cholesterol 64, Sodium 782.4, Carbohydrate 103.2, Fiber 4.5, Sugar 7.8, Protein 22

MUSHROOM AND LEEK RISOTTO RECIPE BY TASTY



Mushroom And Leek Risotto Recipe by Tasty image

Here's what you need: unsalted butter, large leek, mixed mushroom, garlic, Holland House® Sherry Cooking Wine, arborio rice, vegetable stock, fresh thyme, kosher salt, freshly grated parmesan cheese, lemon zest, lemon juice, freshly ground black pepper, fresh parsley

Provided by Holland House

Categories     Dinner

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 14

4 tablespoons unsalted butter, divided
1 large leek, white and light green parts only, halved lengthwise and sliced into half-moons
1 lb mixed mushroom, cleaned, stemmed, and sliced into ¼-inch (6 mm) pieces
3 cloves garlic, minced
½ cup Holland House® Sherry Cooking Wine
1 cup arborio rice
2 ½ cups vegetable stock
2 sprigs fresh thyme
½ teaspoon kosher salt, plus more to taste
¼ cup freshly grated parmesan cheese, plus more for serving
1 tablespoon lemon zest
1 tablespoon lemon juice
freshly ground black pepper, to taste
1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped

Steps:

  • Turn on the Crock-Pot® Express, select Brown/Sauté mode and high heat, and add 2 tablespoons of butter to the pot. When the butter has melted, add the leek, mushrooms, and garlic, and sauté, stirring frequently for 5-7 minutes, or until the mushrooms are browned and most of the liquid is evaporated.
  • Stir in the Holland House® Sherry Cooking Wine and cook until the wine is reduced to only a few tablespoons, 3-4 minutes.
  • Add the arborio rice and toast for 1 minute, then press Stop on the Crock-Pot® Express to turn off the heat.
  • Mix in the vegetable stock, thyme, and ½ teaspoon salt.
  • Place the lid on the Crock-Pot® Express, lock into place, and turn the vent to the seal position.
  • Press the Rice/Grains button, and then Start. It will set the cook timer to 12 minutes. After 12 minutes, let the Crock-Pot® Express release naturally for 10 minutes, then release the steam valve and open the lid. The risotto should be creamy and slightly al dente. Remove the thyme sprigs.
  • Stir the Parmesan, lemon zest, and lemon juice, and season to taste with salt and pepper.
  • Serve immediately, garnished with the parsley.
  • Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 759 calories, Carbohydrate 70 grams, Fat 44 grams, Fiber 2 grams, Protein 8 grams, Sugar 11 grams

LEEK, MUSHROOM AND LEMON RISOTTO



Leek, Mushroom and Lemon Risotto image

From Vegetarian: The Best-Ever Recipe Collection. I have substituted myzithra and pecorino romano for the parmesan, depending on my menu.

Provided by COOKGIRl

Categories     Rice

Time 40m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 16

1 cup leek
1 cup cremini mushroom
2 tablespoons olive oil
2 -3 garlic cloves, minced
4 tablespoons butter
1 small yellow onion, chopped
1 3/4 cups arborio rice
5 cups fresh vegetable stock or 5 cups fresh chicken stock
1 lemon, juice and zest of
2/3 cup parmesan cheese
2 tablespoons fresh chives, minced
1/4 cup fresh Italian parsley, chopped
salt
fresh ground black pepper
lemon wedge
fresh Italian parsley (to garnish)

Steps:

  • Wash the leeks well and slice. Wipe the mushrooms and slice.
  • Heat the olive oil in a saute pan. Add the leeks and mushrooms, cooking over medium heat for about 5 minutes or until softened. Add the garlic and cook another minute. Remove vegetables from pan and set aside.
  • Add 2 tablespoons of the butter to the pan and saute the onion over medium heat for approximately 5 minutes.
  • Stir in the arborio rice and cook for 1 minute. Add one cupful of fresh stock to the pan and cook gently, stirring occasionally; until all liquid is absorbed.
  • Continue stirring in one cupful of stock at a time, until each cupful is absorbed. This should take about 25 minutes. The risotto should by the end turn thick and creamy; the rice tender but not sticky.
  • Just before serving, stir in the leeks and mushrooms, the remaining 2 tablespoons of butter, lemon juice and zest, half of the cheese, and the fresh herbs.
  • Adjust seasoning, adding salt and pepper to taste. Sprinkle remaining cheese on top, garnish with herb sprigs and lemon wedges. Serve warm.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 578.6, Fat 23.7, SaturatedFat 11.3, Cholesterol 45.2, Sodium 366.3, Carbohydrate 77.3, Fiber 3.5, Sugar 2.5, Protein 13.6

CHICKEN, MUSHROOM AND CASHEW RISOTTO RECIPE - (4/5)



Chicken, Mushroom and Cashew Risotto Recipe - (4/5) image

Provided by junerodgers

Number Of Ingredients 11

2 oz butter
1 onion, chopped
9 oz. skinless, boneless chicken breasts, diced
1/3 cups arborio rice
1 tsp ground turmeric
2/3 cup white wine
5 1/2 cups simmering chicken stock
2 3/4 oz. cremini mushrooms, sliced
1/3 cup cashews, halved
salt and pepper
wild arugula, fresh parmesan cheese shavings, and fresh basil leaves, to garnish

Steps:

  • Melt the butter in a large pan over medium heat. Add the onion and cook, stirring occasionally, for 5 minutes, or until softened. Add the chicken and cook, stirring frequently, for an additional 5 minutes. Reduce the heat, add the rice, and mix to coat in butter. Cook, stirring constantly, for 2-3 minutes, or until the grains are translucent. Stir in the turmeric, then add the wine. Cook, stirring constantly, for 1 minute until reduced. Gradually add the hot stock, a ladleful at a time. Stir constantly and add more liquid as the rice absorbs each addition. Increase the heat to medium so that the liquid bubbles. Cook for 20 minutes, or until all the liquid is absorbed and the rice is creamy. About 3 minutes before the end of the cooking time, stir in the mushrooms and cashews. Season with salt and pepper. Arrange the arugula leaves on 4 individual serving plates. Remove the risotto from the heat and spoon it over the arugula. Sprinkle over the parmesan shavings and basil leaves and serve.

Tips:

  • Use the right type of rice. Arborio or Carnaroli are the best choices for risotto, as they have a high starch content that helps create the creamy texture.
  • Toast the rice before adding the liquid. This helps to seal in the flavor and prevent the rice from becoming mushy.
  • Add the liquid gradually. Don't pour it all in at once, or the rice will cook unevenly. Instead, add it in small increments, stirring constantly, until the rice is tender but still has a slight bite to it.
  • Use flavorful stock. The stock is one of the most important ingredients in risotto, so it's important to use one that has a lot of flavor. Chicken, beef, or vegetable stock are all good options.
  • Add vegetables and other ingredients towards the end of cooking. This will help to prevent them from becoming overcooked.
  • Stir the risotto constantly. This is essential for preventing the rice from sticking to the pan and burning.
  • Season the risotto to taste. Add salt, pepper, and other herbs and spices to taste before serving.

Conclusion:

Risotto is a delicious and versatile dish that can be made with a variety of ingredients. With a little practice, you can easily master the art of making risotto at home. So next time you're looking for a new and exciting dish to try, give risotto a try!

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