Mama Zuquinis Risotto Di Zucca Recipe

Name: Mama Zuquinis Risotto Di Zucca
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 4 cups dried wild mushrooms (mixture of shiitake, oyster and crimini); 4 cups hot water; ½ cup dry white wine; 4 teaspoons chicken bouillon or 4 teaspoons vegetable bouillon; 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil; 1 medium onion, finely chopped; 2 garlic cloves, finely chopped; 1 cup uncooked arborio rice; 1 cup pumpkin puree; 1 teaspoon fresh thyme leaves or 1 teaspoon fresh sage leaf, chopped; ½ cup parmesan cheese, freshly grated; 1 tablespoon butter; ground black pepper, to taste

Servings: persons

4 cups dried wild mushrooms (mixture of shiitake, oyster and crimini)
4 cups hot water
½ cup dry white wine
4 teaspoons chicken bouillon or 4 teaspoons vegetable bouillon
1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
1 medium onion, finely chopped
2 garlic cloves, finely chopped
1 cup uncooked arborio rice
1 cup pumpkin puree
1 teaspoon fresh thyme leaves or 1 teaspoon fresh sage leaf, chopped
½ cup parmesan cheese, freshly grated
1 tablespoon butter
ground black pepper, to taste

1
Soak mushrooms in enough hot water to cover in medium bowl for 30 minutes.
2
Strain mushrooms from water and set aside.
3
Use mushroom water along with extra hot water to make 4 cups.
4
Combine water, wine and bouillon in large measuring cup; set aside.
5
Heat oil in large, nonstick skillet over medium-high heat.
6
Add onion, garlic and mushrooms; cook, stirring occasionally, for 4 minutes or until onion is tender.
7
Stir in rice; cook, stirring frequently, for 2 minutes.
8
Stir in pumpkin and thyme.
9
Stir in 1 cup broth mixture.
10
Reduce heat to medium; continue adding broth mixture, 1 cup at a time, allowing each addition to be absorbed before adding more broth.
11
Rice should be tender but firm to the bite and mixture should be creamy.
12
This should take 20 to 25 minutes.
13
Stir in cheese and butter until melted.
14
Season with pepper.

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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.

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 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 4 cups dried wild mushrooms (mixture of shiitake, oyster and crimini), 4 cups hot water, ½ cup dry white wine, 4 teaspoons chicken bouillon or 4 teaspoons vegetable bouillon, and more.

Yes, Mama Zuquinis Risotto Di Zucca falls under the Meat & Poultry 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!

Mama Zuquinis Risotto Di Zucca

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