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Risotto rewards attention more than complicated technique. Keep warm broth nearby, add it in small amounts, and stir often enough to prevent sticking while the rice releases the starch that makes the dish creamy.
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Why you’ll love this recipe
The recipe makes two dinner portions.
Mushrooms add flavor without meat.
Ingredient notes
Arborio is a short-grain rice used for its starch.
The exact broth amount can vary; keep a little hot water available.
Equipment you’ll need
Wide saucepan
Small saucepan for broth
Ladle
Helpful cooking tips
Do not rinse Arborio rice for this recipe.
The finished risotto should spread slowly in a bowl.
Make it your own
Variations
Stir in a handful of baby spinach at the end.
Substitutions
Use finely diced onion instead of shallot.
What to serve with it
Serve with roasted asparagus or a green salad.
Storage, freezing & reheating
In the refrigerator
Divide leftovers into shallow containers and refrigerate within 2 hours (within 1 hour if above 90°F / 32°C). Keep at 40°F / 4°C or colder and use within 3–4 days.
In the freezer
Freeze cooled portions in sealed freezer containers for up to 2 months for best quality. Thaw overnight in the refrigerator.
To reheat
Reheat a single portion in the microwave, loosely covered, stirring or turning halfway through. Heat to 165°F / 74°C throughout; add a spoonful of water if needed.
Frequently asked questions
Do I have to stir constantly?
Stir often and watch the pan, but brief pauses are fine. Keep the bottom from sticking and add broth before the rice dries out.
Let’s get cooking
Mushroom Risotto for Two
A small pan of creamy Arborio rice with mushrooms and Parmesan.
Prep time
10 min
Cook time
32 min
Total time
42 min
Servings
2
Difficulty
Easy
Cuisine
American home cooking
Original demonstration recipe, developed with AI assistance and not independently kitchen-tested.
Equipment
Wide saucepan · Small saucepan for broth · Ladle
Ingredients
US customary measurements. Check off ingredients as you go.
Step-by-step instructions
Heat oil in a wide saucepan over medium-high heat. Cook mushrooms 5–6 minutes until browned. Transfer half to a small bowl.
Add butter and shallot to the pan; cook 2 minutes. Stir in rice for 1 minute.
Add 1/2 cup warm broth. Stir until mostly absorbed, then continue adding broth 1/2 cup at a time, stirring often.
Cook 18–22 minutes until rice is tender with a slight bite. Add hot water if the broth runs out before rice softens.
Remove from heat, stir in Parmesan, salt, and pepper, and top with reserved mushrooms. Serve while loose and creamy.
Cook’s notes
Do not rinse Arborio rice for this recipe.
The finished risotto should spread slowly in a bowl.
Store: Divide leftovers into shallow containers and refrigerate within 2 hours (within 1 hour if above 90°F / 32°C). Keep at 40°F / 4°C or colder and use within 3–4 days.
Reheat: Reheat a single portion in the microwave, loosely covered, stirring or turning halfway through. Heat to 165°F / 74°C throughout; add a spoonful of water if needed.
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A reliable food thermometer takes the guesswork out of cooking. Choose sturdy measuring cups and lidded, shallow containers for leftovers. Use the pan size listed in the recipe for the best fit.
