Creamy Blue Cheese Risotto Recipe

Name: Creamy Blue Cheese Risotto
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1/4 lb. thinly sliced prosciutto, cut into strips; 4 tsp. olive oil, divided; 2 cups sliced mushrooms; 1 medium onion, finely chopped; 3 cloves garlic, minced; 1 pkg. (12 oz.) Arborio rice, uncooked (about 1-3/4 cups); 3 cups chicken broth, divided; 1 cup frozen peas, thawed; 1/2 cup DI GIORNO Shredded Parmesan Cheese; 1/4 cup ATHENOS Blue Cheese; 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley

Servings: persons

1/4 lb. thinly sliced prosciutto, cut into strips
4 tsp. olive oil, divided
2 cups sliced mushrooms
1 medium onion, finely chopped
3 cloves garlic, minced
1 pkg. (12 oz.) Arborio rice, uncooked (about 1-3/4 cups)
3 cups chicken broth, divided
1 cup frozen peas, thawed
1/2 cup DI GIORNO Shredded Parmesan Cheese
1/4 cup ATHENOS Blue Cheese
1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley

1
Cook and stir prosciutto in 1 tsp.
2
of the oil in large skillet on medium heat until crispy.
3
Remove prosciutto from skillet with slotted spoon; set aside.
4
Add mushrooms, onions, garlic, rice and remaining 3 tsp.
5
oil to skillet; stir until rice is evenly coated with oil.
6
Cook until onions are tender, stirring occasionally.
7
Add 1 cup of the broth, cooking and stirring constantly until broth is absorbed.
8
Repeat with remaining broth, adding broth 1 cup at a time and cooking until rice is tender but firm.
9
Stir in peas, Parmesan cheese and blue cheese; cook until cheeses are completely melted, stirring frequently.
10
Spoon onto serving platter.
11
Top with the prosciutto; sprinkle with parsley.

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1/4 lb. thinly sliced prosciutto, cut into strips, 4 tsp. olive oil, divided, 2 cups sliced mushrooms, 1 medium onion, finely chopped, and more.

Yes, Creamy Blue Cheese Risotto falls under the Soups & Stews category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

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Creamy Blue Cheese Risotto

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

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