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Mushroom And White Bean Risotto

A creamy, earthy risotto studded with sliced mushrooms and tender white beans, finished with fresh basil for a bright, herby note.

Total time
35 min
Servings
4
Calories
320
Protein
10g
Mushroom And White Bean Risotto
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Ingredients

  • 1 cup Arborio rice
  • 8 oz sliced mushrooms
  • 1 cup canned white beans, drained
  • 4 cups vegetable broth
  • ½ cup onion, finely chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • ¼ cup fresh basil leaves
  • ½ tsp salt
  • ¼ tsp black pepper

Instructions

  1. 1

    Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat; sauté onion and garlic until soft, about 3 minutes.

  2. 2

    Add sliced mushrooms and cook until browned and liquid evaporates, about 5 minutes.

  3. 3

    Stir in Arborio rice and toast for 2 minutes, stirring constantly.

  4. 4

    Add warm broth one ladle at a time, stirring frequently, until rice is creamy and al dente, about 20 minutes.

  5. 5

    Fold in white beans and cook for 2 more minutes until heated through.

  6. 6

    Season with salt and pepper, then garnish with fresh basil before serving.

Tools you’ll need

  • large pot
  • wooden spoon
  • ladle
  • cutting board
  • knife

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