Creamy Spinach Risotto Recipe

Name: Creamy Spinach Risotto
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 6 ounces fresh spinach; 1/4 cup heavy cream; 2 cups chicken stock or 2 cups vegetable stock, reserve 1/4 cup for spinach; 2 teaspoons butter; 1 small onion, finely chopped; 1 garlic clove, finely chopped; 1 cup arborio rice; 1/2 cup Chardonnay wine; 1/2 teaspoon dried marjoram; 1/4 teaspoon coriander; 1/8 - 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper; 1/8 - 1/4 teaspoon garlic salt; 1/8 - 1/4 teaspoon nutmeg; 1/4 - 1/2 cup blend mozzarella cheese or 1/4 cup grated parmesan cheese; 1/4 - 1/2 cup asiago cheese or 1/4 cup grated parmesan cheese

Servings: persons

6 ounces fresh spinach
1/4 cup heavy cream
2 cups chicken stock or 2 cups vegetable stock, reserve 1/4 cup for spinach
2 teaspoons butter
1 small onion, finely chopped
1 garlic clove, finely chopped
1 cup arborio rice
1/2 cup Chardonnay wine
1/2 teaspoon dried marjoram
1/4 teaspoon coriander
1/8 - 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1/8 - 1/4 teaspoon garlic salt
1/8 - 1/4 teaspoon nutmeg
1/4 - 1/2 cup blend mozzarella cheese or 1/4 cup grated parmesan cheese
1/4 - 1/2 cup asiago cheese or 1/4 cup grated parmesan cheese

1
Melt butter in deep pot and saute onion and garlic until translucent - about 5 minutes.
2
Add Arborio to pot and saute for about 3 minutes.
3
Add wine to rice and saute until nearly dry, then mix in spices.
4
Add 1/4 - 1/2 cup of stock at a time to rice stirring often until it evaporates and repeat steps until stock is gone.
5
During Step 4, in a separate smaller pot, bring 1/4 cup of stock to a simmer, add spinach and cover. Cook for 5 minutes or until tender. Turn off heat and allow to cool slightly while covered.
6
Put cream into a food processor, add spinach mix including juice, and process until smooth.
7
When risotto is nearly done, add spinach mixture and mix well. Simmer until risotto evaporates to a creamy consistency.
8
Add cheese, mix, and serve.

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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

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

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 15 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 6 ounces fresh spinach, 1/4 cup heavy cream, 2 cups chicken stock or 2 cups vegetable stock, reserve 1/4 cup for spinach, 2 teaspoons butter, and more.

Yes, Creamy Spinach Risotto falls under the Vegetarian 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.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Creamy Spinach Risotto

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