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Mushroom and Sausage Risotto

A quick and creamy risotto with savory sausage and earthy mushrooms, ready in about 20 minutes. Perfect for a weeknight dinner.

Total time
20 min
Servings
2
Calories
650
Protein
28g
Mushroom and Sausage Risotto
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Ingredients

  • 1 cup arborio rice
  • 3 cups chicken broth
  • ½ lb italian sausage
  • 8 oz cremini mushrooms
  • ½ cup parmesan cheese
  • 2 tbsp olive oil

Instructions

  1. 1

    Heat 2 tbsp olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high. Add 8 oz sliced cremini mushrooms and cook until browned, about 5 minutes. Remove and set aside.

  2. 2

    In the same skillet, cook 1/2 lb Italian sausage (casings removed) over medium, breaking it up, until browned, about 5 minutes.

  3. 3

    Stir in 1 cup arborio rice and cook for 1 minute until coated. Add 3 cups chicken broth and bring to a boil.

  4. 4

    Reduce heat to medium-low and simmer, stirring occasionally, until rice is tender and creamy, about 15 minutes. Stir in the mushrooms and 1/2 cup grated parmesan. Season with salt and pepper to taste.

Tools you’ll need

  • large skillet
  • wooden spoon
  • measuring cups

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