Creamy Mushroom Spinach Risotto (Printer View)

Creamy risotto with earthy mushrooms and vibrant spinach delivers delicious, satisfying flavor in every bite.

# What You'll Need:

→ Main Ingredients

01 - 1 1/4 cups arborio rice
02 - 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
03 - 2 tablespoons olive oil
04 - 1 small yellow onion, finely diced
05 - 3 cloves garlic, minced
06 - 10 ounces cremini mushrooms, sliced
07 - 3 cups baby spinach, loosely packed
08 - 4 cups vegetable broth, kept warm
09 - 3/4 cup dry white wine
10 - 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
11 - Salt, to taste
12 - Freshly ground black pepper, to taste

→ Garnish

13 - 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
14 - Additional Parmesan cheese, for serving

# Method Steps:

01 - Heat butter and olive oil in a large heavy-bottomed skillet over medium heat until melted. Add diced onion and sauté for 2–3 minutes until translucent.
02 - Stir in garlic and cook for 30 seconds. Add sliced mushrooms and sauté, stirring occasionally, until softened and lightly browned, around 5 minutes.
03 - Add arborio rice to the skillet and stir for 1–2 minutes until each grain is lightly coated and edges appear translucent.
04 - Pour in white wine and cook, stirring constantly, until nearly all liquid is absorbed.
05 - Begin adding warm vegetable broth one ladleful at a time, stirring frequently. Allow each addition to absorb before pouring in the next. Continue until rice is creamy and just al dente, about 18–20 minutes.
06 - Stir baby spinach into the rice and cook for 1–2 minutes until wilted. Remove pan from heat; fold in grated Parmesan cheese. Season with salt and black pepper to taste.
07 - Spoon risotto onto plates. Top with chopped parsley and additional Parmesan if desired. Serve immediately.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Rich and naturally creamy with no heavy cream required for the silkiness
  • Perfect one-pot meal that feels fancy but is easy enough for a weeknight
  • Adaptable to seasonal mushrooms or whatever greens you have on hand
02 -
  • Satisfies vegetarians but also impressive for any dinner party
  • High in vitamins and minerals from spinach and mushrooms
  • Works as a main dish or luxurious side
03 -
  • Always use warm broth to keep the rice cooking evenly and prevent gumminess
  • Do not rush adding the broth Patience makes all the difference for luxurious creaminess
  • Reserve a handful of mushrooms to sauté for garnish if you want a restaurant presentation
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