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Creamy Morel Mushroom Risotto

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A creamy, rich risotto featuring earthy morel mushrooms and a fresh herb infusion, perfect for cozy dinners and special occasions.

Ingredients

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  • 1 ½ cups Arborio rice (about 300g)
  • 8 oz fresh morel mushrooms, cleaned and sliced (225g)
  • 3 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 2 small shallots, finely minced
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • ½ cup dry white wine (120ml)
  • 5 cups vegetable or chicken broth (1.2 liters), kept warm
  • ½ cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese (50g)
  • 2 tablespoons fresh herb mix (thyme, tarragon, chives), chopped
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
  • 1 teaspoon lemon zest (optional)

Instructions

  1. Heat broth in a saucepan on low to keep warm throughout cooking (about 5 minutes).
  2. In a large pan, heat 1 tablespoon olive oil and 1 tablespoon butter over medium heat. Add sliced morel mushrooms and cook until they release moisture and start to brown, about 6-8 minutes. Season lightly with salt and pepper, then remove from pan and set aside.
  3. In the same pan, add remaining butter. Add minced shallots and garlic, sauté until translucent and fragrant, about 3 minutes. Avoid browning garlic.
  4. Add Arborio rice to the pan, stirring constantly to coat each grain with butter and aromatics. Toast for 2-3 minutes until edges become translucent but center stays opaque.
  5. Pour in dry white wine and stir until mostly absorbed by the rice, about 2 minutes.
  6. Begin ladling in warm broth about ½ cup (120ml) at a time. Stir frequently, allowing liquid to absorb before adding more. Continue for 25-30 minutes until rice is creamy and al dente.
  7. Fold in sautéed morels and chopped fresh herbs. Stir gently and let flavors marry for 3 minutes.
  8. Remove from heat, stir in grated Parmesan cheese and lemon zest if using. Taste and adjust salt and pepper.
  9. Let risotto rest for 1-2 minutes before serving.

Notes

Keep broth warm to maintain creamy texture. Stir gently and patiently to release rice starch. Morels cook quickly; avoid overcooking to prevent rubbery texture. Use dry white wine like Pinot Grigio or Sauvignon Blanc for best flavor. For dairy-free, substitute butter with olive oil and Parmesan with nutritional yeast. Risotto thickens as it cools; reheat gently with broth.

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