Squash & Golden Onion Risotto Recipe

Name: Squash & Golden Onion Risotto
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 5 cups broth; ¼ cup butter; 3 onions, halved then sliced; 2 -4 cloves garlic, chopped; 2 -3 lbs squash, seeded, peeled, cut into cubes; 1 teaspoon sage; ¾ cup white wine; ¼ cup red wine or ¼ cup marsala; 1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar; 1 ½ cups arborio rice; to taste pepper; to taste parmesan cheese

Servings: persons

5 cups broth
¼ cup butter
3 onions, halved then sliced
2 -4 cloves garlic, chopped
2 -3 lbs squash, seeded, peeled, cut into cubes
1 teaspoon sage
¾ cup white wine
¼ cup red wine or ¼ cup marsala
1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
1 ½ cups arborio rice
to taste pepper
to taste parmesan cheese

1
Heat broth in one saucepan.
2
Melt 1/4 cup butter in a large saucepan.
3
When butter foams, add onion and garlic.
4
Saute over med.
5
heat until pale yellow.
6
Add squash and sage; cook until starting to become tender.
7
Add wines and reduce.
8
Add balsamic vinegar and lower heat.
9
And rice, mix well.
10
When rice is coated, stir in 1-2 ladles of broth, cook until absorbed.
11
Continue this routine for 15-20 min.
12
Season with pepper.
13
Serve with Parmesan.

475

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* 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 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 5 cups broth, ¼ cup butter, 3 onions, halved then sliced, 2 -4 cloves garlic, chopped, and more.

Yes, Squash & Golden Onion 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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Squash & Golden Onion Risotto

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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