Mushroom Risotto with Leeks and Aged Cheese

Mushroom Risotto with Leeks and Aged Cheese

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Preparation 15 minutes
Preparation time:30 minutes
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Equipment

  • Large skillet or sauté pan
  • Wooden spoon or spatula
  • Grater for cheese
  • Cutting board and knife

Ingredients

  • 1 leek
  • 2 cloves garlic
  • Olive oil
  • 500 g mixed mushrooms
  • 2 shallots
  • Freshly ground pepper
  • 500 g Arborio rice
  • 1 pot beef broth or stock
  • 100 ml dry white wine
  • Fresh parsley
  • 200 g Aged cheese such as Old Amsterdam, grated

Instructions

  • Clean and slice the leek into fine rings.
  • Mince the garlic cloves.
  • Heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
  • Sauté the leeks and garlic until softened.
  • Clean and slice the mixed mushrooms, keeping them recognizable.
  • Add them to the skillet along with the chopped shallots.
  • Sauté briefly over high heat until mushrooms are golden brown.
  • Season with freshly ground pepper and remove from the pan.
  • In the same skillet, add a bit more olive oil if needed and toast the Arborio rice, stirring constantly, until it becomes translucent and glossy.
  • Begin adding the beef broth in increments, about 1.
  • 2 liters in total, along with the white wine, allowing the rice to absorb the liquid gradually.
  • Stir frequently.
  • Cook the risotto for about 20 minutes until the rice is tender and creamy.
  • If necessary, add more liquid until desired consistency is reached.
  • Stir in the sautéed leeks just before serving.
  • Reheat the risotto, if needed, then add the cooked mushrooms and stir to combine.
  • Finely chop a generous amount of fresh parsley and sprinkle it over the risotto just before serving.
  • Serve the grated aged cheese on the side for diners to sprinkle over their portions.

Notes & Wine Advice

Wine Advice:

Pair this dish with a medium-bodied red wine like Pinot Noir or a full-bodied white wine such as Chardonnay to complement the richness of the risotto and the earthiness of the mushrooms.

Nutrition values

Calories: 500 kcal | Carbohydrates: 68 g | Protein: 15 g | Fat: 17 g | Sugar: 5 g
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Course; Cheese / Main Course / Rice
Cuisine; European / Italian