Jazz-Inspired Mushroom and Spinach Risotto with Parmesan

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A creamy risotto enriched with earthy mushrooms and fresh spinach, finished with Parmesan for a soulful vegetarian main. This italian-inspired vegetarian (vegetarian) ready in about 45 minutes pairs arborio rice, kept warm vegetable broth, olive oil for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 410 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.

Prep: 15 min Cook: 30 min Serves 4 Italian cuisine 410 cal/serving
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Ingredients

Instructions

  1. Step 1: Heat 2 tbsp olive oil in a large sauté pan over medium heat. Add 8 oz sliced cremini mushrooms and sauté for 5 minutes until softened and golden.
  2. Step 2: Add 2 minced shallots and 3 minced garlic cloves to the pan, cooking for 2 minutes until fragrant but not browned.
  3. Step 3: Stir in 1 1/2 cups arborio rice, toasting it with the mushroom mixture for 2 minutes until edges are translucent.
  4. Step 4: Pour in 1/2 cup dry white wine, stirring continuously until the liquid is almost fully absorbed.
  5. Step 5: Begin adding 5 cups warm vegetable broth one ladle at a time, stirring frequently and allowing each ladleful to absorb before adding the next, cooking for about 18-20 minutes until rice is creamy and tender.
  6. Step 6: Stir in 3 cups chopped fresh spinach, 3/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese, 2 tbsp butter, 1 1/2 tsp salt, and 1 tsp black pepper. Cook for 2 more minutes until spinach wilts and cheese melts into the risotto.
  7. Step 7: Remove from heat and drizzle remaining 1 tbsp olive oil for gloss before serving.

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Frequently asked questions

How long does Jazz-Inspired Mushroom and Spinach Risotto with Parmesan 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 Jazz-Inspired Mushroom and Spinach Risotto with Parmesan?

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 Jazz-Inspired Mushroom and Spinach Risotto with Parmesan?

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 Jazz-Inspired Mushroom and Spinach Risotto with Parmesan 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 Jazz-Inspired Mushroom and Spinach Risotto with Parmesan 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.

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