Heirloom Mushroom Risotto with White Wine
Creamy Arborio rice simmered with mixed wild mushrooms and white wine, finished with Parmesan for a luxurious texture. This italian-inspired pasta (vegetarian) ready in about 45 minutes pairs Arborio rice, Mixed wild mushrooms, Dry white wine for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 390 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 1/2 cups Arborio rice
- 1 1/2 cups Mixed wild mushrooms
- 1/2 cup Dry white wine
- 4 cups Chicken stock
- 3 tbsp Unsalted butter
- 1/2 cup Parmesan cheese
- 1/4 cup Shallot
Instructions
- Step 1: Finely chop shallot and slice mushrooms into 1/4-inch pieces. Heat butter in a large saucepan over medium heat until melted.
- Step 2: Add shallot and cook 2 minutes until translucent. Stir in rice and cook 2 minutes until grains are slightly translucent.
- Step 3: Pour in white wine and simmer until evaporated. Add 1 cup chicken stock, stirring constantly until absorbed. Repeat adding stock 1/2 cup at a time, stirring until absorbed (about 20 minutes total).
- Step 4: Stir in mushrooms and cook 5 minutes until tender. Remove from heat, fold in Parmesan, and let rest 5 minutes before serving.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Heirloom Mushroom Risotto with White Wine take to make?
Total time is about 45 minutes (20 min prep + 25 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 Heirloom Mushroom Risotto with White Wine?
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 Heirloom Mushroom Risotto with White Wine?
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 Heirloom Mushroom Risotto with White Wine 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 Heirloom Mushroom Risotto with White Wine 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.
What others are saying
- ★★★★★
My family loved this! The heirloom mushrooms were the star.
- ★★★★☆
Perfect for a weeknight, but the mushrooms took longer to cook than expected.
- ★★★★☆
Lovely mushrooms, but the risotto was a bit bland without extra seasoning.
