Butternut Squash Risotto

By bossenga

Prep 20 min
Cook 40 min

Ingredients

• 2 1/2 cups low-sodium chicken broth
• 4 tablespoons butter
• 1 1/2 cups grated butternut squash
• 1 onion, finely chopped
• 1 1/2 cups arborio rice
• 1/2 cup dry white wine
• 3/4 cup grated parmesan cheese
• 1/4 cup finely chopped parsley
• Salt and pepper

Preparation

Step 1

1.In a saucepan, bring the chicken broth and 2 1/2 cups water to a boil; cover and keep at a simmer.

2.Meanwhile, in a large saucepan, melt 1 tablespoon butter over medium heat. Add the squash and cook, stirring frequently, until soft, about 5 minutes; transfer to a bowl. Add 2 tablespoons butter and the onion to the saucepan and cook, stirring, over medium heat until the onion is softened, about 8 minutes. Add the rice and stir until lightly toasted, about 2 minutes. Add the wine and cook, stirring constantly, until evaporated, about 2 minutes.

3.Stir in 1/2 cup of the hot broth mixture, bring to a simmer and cook, stirring and adjusting the heat as necessary to maintain a low simmer, until the liquid is absorbed, about 2 minutes. Repeat, adding 1/2 cup of the remaining broth mixture at a time and allowing the liquid to be absorbed, until the rice is tender, about 18 minutes.

4.Add the cooked squash and the remaining 1 tablespoon butter. Stir in 1/2 cup parmesan and the parsley; season with salt and pepper. Serve immediately, passing the remaining 1/4 cup parmesan at the table.