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Baked Butternut Squash Risotto

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A creamy and comforting baked risotto featuring sweet butternut squash and savory Parmesan cheese, perfect for an autumn dinner party.

Ingredients

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  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 medium onion, finely chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 ½ cups Arborio rice
  • ½ cup dry white wine
  • 4 cups vegetable broth, warm
  • 1 ½ cups butternut squash puree
  • ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese, plus more for garnish
  • 2 tablespoons butter
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
  • Fresh sage or parsley, chopped, for garnish

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. Heat olive oil in an oven-safe skillet or Dutch oven over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and cook until softened, about 5-7 minutes.
  3. Add the minced garlic and cook for 1 minute more until fragrant.
  4. Stir in the Arborio rice and toast for 1-2 minutes, until the edges of the grains look translucent.
  5. Pour in the white wine and stir until it is completely absorbed.
  6. Add the warm vegetable broth, one ladleful at a time, stirring constantly until each addition is absorbed before adding the next. Continue this process until the rice is about halfway cooked, approximately 15-18 minutes.
  7. Stir in the butternut squash puree and cook for another 5 minutes, stirring frequently.
  8. Transfer the skillet to the preheated oven. Bake for 15-20 minutes, or until the risotto is creamy and the rice is tender.
  9. Remove from the oven and stir in the grated Parmesan cheese and butter until smooth and creamy.
  10. Season with salt and pepper to your liking.
  11. Serve immediately, garnished with extra Parmesan cheese and fresh sage or parsley.

Notes

  • For a richer flavor, you can use chicken broth instead of vegetable broth.
  • If you don’t have butternut squash puree, you can roast a small butternut squash until tender, then scoop out the flesh and mash it.
  • This risotto pairs well with a simple green salad.

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