One-Pot Creamy Mushroom Risotto (Print)

Creamy Arborio rice with mushrooms and Parmesan, simmered together in one pot for satisfying Italian comfort.

# Components:

→ Aromatics and Fungi

01 - 2 tablespoons olive oil
02 - 1 tablespoon unsalted butter
03 - 1 medium yellow onion, finely chopped
04 - 2 garlic cloves, minced
05 - 14 ounces cremini or button mushrooms, sliced
06 - 1 tablespoon fresh thyme leaves or 1 teaspoon dried thyme

→ Rice

07 - 1 1/2 cups Arborio rice

→ Liquids

08 - 1/2 cup dry white wine
09 - 4 cups vegetable broth, kept warm

→ Enrichment and Seasoning

10 - 1/4 cup heavy cream
11 - 2 ounces freshly grated Parmesan cheese, plus extra for serving
12 - Salt, to taste
13 - Freshly ground black pepper, to taste

→ Garnish

14 - 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley

# Directions:

01 - In a large, heavy-bottomed pot or Dutch oven, heat the olive oil and butter over medium heat. Add the finely chopped onion and sauté until softened, approximately 3 to 4 minutes.
02 - Stir in the minced garlic and cook for 1 minute until fragrant, ensuring it does not brown.
03 - Add the sliced mushrooms and thyme to the pot. Sauté for 6 to 8 minutes, allowing the mushrooms to brown and most of the released liquid to evaporate.
04 - Introduce the Arborio rice to the pot. Stir continuously for 1 to 2 minutes, coating the grains until they appear slightly translucent around the edges.
05 - Pour in the dry white wine. Stir and cook until the wine has been almost completely absorbed by the rice.
06 - Begin adding the warm vegetable broth, one ladleful (approximately 1/2 cup) at a time. Stir frequently, allowing each addition to be nearly absorbed before incorporating the next. Continue this process for about 18 to 20 minutes.
07 - Once the rice has reached a creamy, al dente consistency, stir in the heavy cream and grated Parmesan cheese. Season generously with salt and freshly ground black pepper to your preference.
08 - Remove the pot from the heat. Cover and let the risotto rest for 2 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
09 - Serve the risotto hot, garnishing with fresh parsley and additional Parmesan cheese, if desired.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Ready in just 45 minutes from start to finish
  • Uses everyday ingredients you likely have on hand
  • Creates minimal dishes with the one pot approach
  • Perfect balance of creamy comfort and earthy mushroom flavor
02 -
  • This risotto makes excellent leftovers that reheat beautifully
  • Each serving provides a good source of B vitamins from mushrooms
  • The patient stirring process releases rice starches naturally creating creaminess
03 -
  • The key to risotto success lies in patience and attention. Keep your broth warm rather than cold to maintain consistent cooking temperature.
  • While traditional wisdom says to stir constantly, modern chefs agree that frequent but not constant stirring prevents the rice from becoming gluey while still developing creaminess.
  • Trust your instincts on when the texture feels right rather than adhering strictly to cooking times, as different rice brands may vary slightly in cooking duration.

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