BUTTERNUT SQUASH RISOTTO

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Categories     Rice     Vegetable     Side     Fall     Gourmet     Wheat/Gluten-Free     Peanut Free     Tree Nut Free     Soy Free

Yield Serves 2

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 small butternut squash (about 1 1/2 pounds)
1 3/4 cups chicken broth
1/2 cup water
1 small onion, chopped (about 1/2 cup)
1 large garlic clove, sliced thin
1 1/4 teaspoons minced peeled fresh gingerroot
3 tablespoons unsalted butter
1/2 cup Arborio or long-grain rice
1/4 cup dry white wine
2 tablespoons chopped fresh chives
Garnish: chopped fresh chives and Parmesan curls shaved with a vegetable peeler from a 1/4-pound piece of Parmesan at room temperature

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 450°F.
  • Halve squash lengthwise and discard seeds. Peel one half and cut into 1/4-inch dice. Put remaining half, cut side down, in an oiled shallow baking pan with diced squash and season with salt and pepper. Bake squash in middle of oven, stirring diced squash occasionally, until tender and browned lightly, 15 to 20 minutes. Holding halved squash in a kitchen towel, scoop out flesh and chop coarse.
  • In a saucepan bring broth and water to a simmer and keep at a bare simmer.
  • In another saucepan cook onion, garlic, and gingerroot in butter over moderately low heat, stirring, until softened. Stir in rice and cook over moderate heat, stirring constantly, about 1 minute. Add wine and cook, stirring, until absorbed. Stir in 1/4 cup broth and cook, stirring constantly, and keeping at a simmer throughout, until absorbed. Continue simmering and adding broth, about 1/4 cup at a time, stirring constantly and letting each addition be absorbed before adding next, until about half of broth has been added. Stir in diced and chopped squash and continue simmering and adding broth in same manner until rice is tender and creamy-looking but still al dente, about 18 minutes. Stir in chives and salt and pepper to taste.
  • Spoon risotto into 2 shallow serving bowls and garnish with chives and Parmesan curls.

Hager Boukraa Academy
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This risotto is a great way to use up leftover butternut squash. It's also a great dish to serve for a vegetarian or vegan meal.


Abdulraheem Sadiq
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I'm not a big fan of risotto, but this recipe changed my mind. The butternut squash and mushrooms add a lot of flavor and depth, and the Parmesan cheese makes it extra creamy. I would definitely recommend this recipe.


Maria Brown
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This risotto is delicious! The butternut squash and mushrooms are a great combination, and the Parmesan cheese adds a nice richness. I would definitely recommend this recipe.


Agent Z007 (KINGPIN)
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I was looking for a new risotto recipe to try and this one did not disappoint. The butternut squash added a lovely sweetness and the mushrooms gave it a nice earthy flavor. I would definitely recommend this recipe.


Rimma Partridge
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This recipe is a bit time-consuming, but it's definitely worth the effort. The risotto is creamy and flavorful, and the butternut squash adds a nice sweetness. I would definitely recommend this recipe.


Nitish ramgoolam
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I made this risotto for a dinner party last night and it was a huge success! Everyone loved the creamy texture and the delicate flavor of the butternut squash. I will definitely be making this again.


Jose Hammond
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This butternut squash risotto is a delicious and elegant dish that is perfect for a special occasion. The creamy texture of the risotto and the sweetness of the butternut squash are a perfect combination.


Robert LeClaire
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I've made this risotto several times now and it's always a hit with my family and friends. It's a great dish to serve for a special occasion, but it's also easy enough to make for a weeknight meal.


Paola Guerrero
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This risotto is a bit time-consuming to make, but it's definitely worth the effort. The flavors are amazing and the texture is perfect. I would definitely recommend this recipe for a special occasion.


Steve King
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I'm not a huge fan of risotto, but this recipe changed my mind. The butternut squash and mushrooms add a lot of flavor and depth, and the Parmesan cheese makes it extra creamy. I would definitely recommend this recipe.


Tasneem Louw
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This risotto is a great way to use up leftover butternut squash. It's also a great dish to serve for a vegetarian or vegan meal.


Mwahija Hussein
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I love this recipe! It's so easy to make and it always turns out perfectly. I love the creamy texture of the risotto and the sweetness of the butternut squash. I highly recommend this recipe.


vimbainashe hundure
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This risotto is so creamy and delicious! The butternut squash and mushrooms are a great combination, and the Parmesan cheese adds a nice sharpness. I would definitely recommend this recipe.


vigor Nox
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I was hesitant to try this recipe because I'm not a huge fan of butternut squash, but I'm so glad I did! The squash was perfectly cooked and added a subtle sweetness to the risotto. I will definitely be making this dish again.


Farjana Jannat
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This recipe is a keeper! The butternut squash adds a beautiful color and flavor to the risotto, and the addition of mushrooms and Parmesan cheese makes it extra special. I highly recommend this recipe.


Syed Hassan
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I've made this risotto several times now, and it's always a hit with my family and friends. It's a great dish to serve for a special occasion, but it's also easy enough to make for a weeknight meal.


endris mohammed
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This butternut squash risotto is an absolute delight! The flavors are perfectly balanced, with the sweetness of the squash complementing the savory earthiness of the mushrooms and the creamy richness of the arborio rice. The texture is also spot-on,


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