Creamy Fourth Floor Mushroom Risotto
A rich and creamy risotto featuring sautéed mushrooms and Parmesan, perfect for a comforting Italian meal. This italian-inspired rice & grains (vegetarian) ready in about 40 minutes pairs Arborio rice, kept warm vegetable broth, sliced cremini mushrooms for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 350 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.
Ingredients
- 1 cup Arborio rice
- 4 cups, kept warm vegetable broth
- 8 oz, sliced cremini mushrooms
- 2 minced shallots
- 3 tbsp unsalted butter
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1/2 cup dry white wine
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
- 1 tbsp chopped fresh parsley
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Instructions
- Step 1: Heat 2 tbsp olive oil and 1 tbsp unsalted butter in a large skillet over medium heat. Add 8 oz sliced cremini mushrooms and sauté for 6-7 minutes until golden and fragrant.
- Step 2: Add 2 minced shallots to the mushrooms and cook for 2 minutes until softened.
- Step 3: Stir in 1 cup Arborio rice and cook for 1-2 minutes until rice edges are translucent.
- Step 4: Pour in 1/2 cup dry white wine and stir continuously until wine is mostly absorbed.
- Step 5: Begin adding 4 cups warm vegetable broth one ladle at a time, stirring frequently and waiting until liquid is absorbed before adding the next ladle. Continue for 18-20 minutes until rice is creamy and tender.
- Step 6: Remove risotto from heat and stir in 2 tbsp unsalted butter, 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese, 1 tsp salt, and 1/4 tsp black pepper until creamy.
- Step 7: Garnish with 1 tbsp chopped fresh parsley and serve immediately.
Frequently asked questions
How long does Creamy Fourth Floor Mushroom Risotto take to make?
Total time is about 40 minutes (10 min prep + 30 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.
How do I store leftover Creamy Fourth Floor Mushroom Risotto?
Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat covered in a 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes, or microwave at 70% power in 60-second bursts to keep arborio rice from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Creamy Fourth Floor Mushroom Risotto?
Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.
How do I scale Creamy Fourth Floor Mushroom Risotto for a different number of people?
The recipe is written for 4 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 4). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.
Is Creamy Fourth Floor Mushroom Risotto vegetarian?
Yes — this recipe is tagged vegetarian based on its ingredient list. Always cross-check labels for packaged ingredients (sauces, broths, condiments) since formulations vary by brand.
