Jul 14 2026
RestaurantsRomano's Macaroni GrillMushroom Risotto Recipe

Mushroom Risotto Recipe

Time45m
Serves4

creamy slow cooked risotto, roasted mushrooms, parmesan cheese, mediterranean herbs

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Ingredients

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Main Ingredients

Method

Preparation

  1. 1

    Roast the Mushrooms

    Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). On a baking sheet, toss the sliced mushrooms with 1 tablespoon of olive oil, salt, and black pepper. Spread them out in a single layer and roast for about 20 minutes, or until golden and tender. Remove from oven and set aside.

  2. 2

    Sauté the Aromatics

    In a large saucepan, heat the remaining tablespoon of olive oil and 2 tablespoons of butter over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and sauté until translucent, about 5 minutes. Add the minced garlic and dried thyme, cooking for another 1-2 minutes until fragrant.

Cooking the Risotto

  1. 3

    Add the Arborio Rice

    Stir in the Arborio rice, coating it with the oil and butter mixture. Cook for about 2 minutes, stirring frequently, until the rice is slightly translucent at the edges.

  2. 4

    Add the Broth Gradually

    Pour in 1 cup of vegetable broth and stir continuously until the liquid is mostly absorbed. Repeat this process, adding 1 cup of broth at a time, stirring frequently and allowing the rice to absorb the liquid before adding more. This should take about 18-20 minutes.

  3. 5

    Incorporate Cheese and Mushrooms

    Once the risotto is creamy and the rice is al dente, remove it from the heat. Stir in the grated Parmesan cheese and the roasted mushrooms. Season with salt and black pepper to taste.

Serving

  1. 6

    Garnish and Serve

    Serve the risotto immediately in bowls, garnished with fresh chopped parsley. Enjoy your creamy mushroom risotto!

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