Description
This creamy pumpkin risotto combines the rich, comforting texture of classic risotto with warm, festive pumpkin flavors. It’s the perfect addition to your Thanksgiving table, offering a hearty and flavorful twist.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup Arborio rice
- 1 cup pumpkin puree
- ½ cup Parmesan cheese, grated
- ¼ cup white wine
- 4 cups vegetable broth (kept warm)
- 1 small onion, finely chopped
- 2 tablespoons butter
Instructions
- Sauté the Onion:
Heat the butter in a large skillet or saucepan over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and cook, stirring occasionally, until soft and translucent, about 3–5 minutes. - Toast the Rice:
Add the Arborio rice to the skillet and stir to coat the rice with the butter. Cook for 1–2 minutes, allowing the rice to toast slightly. - Deglaze with Wine:
Pour in the white wine and cook, stirring constantly, until the wine is fully absorbed by the rice. - Add Broth Gradually:
Add 1 cup of warm vegetable broth to the rice, stirring frequently until the liquid is absorbed. Continue adding the broth, 1 cup at a time, allowing each addition to absorb before adding the next. This process should take about 20 minutes, and the result should be creamy, tender rice. - Incorporate Pumpkin and Parmesan:
Once the rice is cooked and creamy, stir in the pumpkin puree and grated Parmesan cheese. Mix well until fully combined and heated through. - Serve:
Remove from heat, season with salt and pepper to taste, and serve warm. Garnish with additional Parmesan or fresh herbs if desired.
Notes
- To enhance the flavor, you can add a pinch of nutmeg or cinnamon when you stir in the pumpkin puree.
- You can make this risotto ahead of time and reheat it with a little extra broth to bring back its creamy texture.
- For a dairy-free version, use vegan Parmesan or a different dairy-free cheese alternative.
- If you prefer a richer version, add a dollop of cream or mascarpone cheese when mixing in the pumpkin.
- This risotto is great as a side dish or a vegetarian main course.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30-35 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 290 kcal
- Sugar: 6 g
- Sodium: 480mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 7 g
- Cholesterol: 25mg