Italian Pan-Roasted Mushroom Risotto with Parmesan and White Wine
Creamy Arborio rice cooked slowly with sautéed mushrooms, aromatic shallots, and white wine, finished with freshly grated Parmesan cheese for a comforting Italian classic. This italian-inspired rice & grains (vegetarian) ready in about 45 minutes pairs Arborio rice, kept warm vegetable broth, sliced white button mushrooms for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 420 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
- 5 cups, kept warm vegetable broth
- 8 oz sliced white button mushrooms
- 3 tbsp olive oil
- 2 tbsp unsalted butter
- 2 finely chopped shallots
- 1/2 cup dry white wine
- 2 minced garlic cloves
- 3/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tbsp chopped fresh parsley
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
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Instructions
- Step 1: Heat 2 tbsp unsalted butter and 2 tbsp olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add 8 oz sliced white button mushrooms and sauté for 5-6 minutes until golden and fragrant. Remove mushrooms and set aside.
- Step 2: In the same skillet, add 1 tbsp olive oil and 2 finely chopped shallots, cooking for 3 minutes until translucent. Add 2 minced garlic cloves and sauté for 30 seconds until aromatic.
- Step 3: Add 1 1/2 cups Arborio rice to the skillet, stirring constantly for 2 minutes until the edges become translucent.
- Step 4: Pour in 1/2 cup dry white wine and cook, stirring, until the wine has mostly evaporated.
- Step 5: Begin adding 5 cups warm vegetable broth one ladle (about 1/2 cup) at a time, stirring frequently. Wait until each ladle of broth is almost fully absorbed before adding the next. Continue this process for about 18-20 minutes until the rice is creamy and tender but still slightly firm to the bite.
- Step 6: Stir the sautéed mushrooms back into the risotto along with 3/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese, 1 tsp salt, and 1/2 tsp black pepper. Mix well until the cheese melts and the risotto is creamy.
- Step 7: Remove from heat, stir in 2 tbsp chopped fresh parsley, and serve immediately while warm.
Frequently asked questions
How long does Italian Pan-Roasted Mushroom Risotto with Parmesan and White Wine take to make?
Total time is about 45 minutes (15 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 Italian Pan-Roasted Mushroom Risotto with Parmesan and 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 Italian Pan-Roasted Mushroom Risotto with Parmesan and 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 Italian Pan-Roasted Mushroom Risotto with Parmesan and 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 Italian Pan-Roasted Mushroom Risotto with Parmesan and 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.
