Mushroom and Taleggio Risotto with Toasted Pine Nuts
Creamy Arborio rice slow-cooked with earthy mushrooms and rich Taleggio cheese, finished with toasted pine nuts for a delightful crunch. This italian-inspired rice & grains ready in about 40 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 510 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
- 3 tbsp olive oil
- 1 small, finely chopped yellow onion
- 8 oz, sliced cremini mushrooms
- 1/2 cup dry white wine
- 4 oz, diced Taleggio cheese
- 2 tbsp unsalted butter
- 1/4 cup, grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/4 cup pine nuts
- 1 tsp fresh thyme leaves
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
Instructions
- Step 1: Heat 3 tbsp olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add 1 small finely chopped yellow onion and sauté for 4-5 minutes until translucent.
- Step 2: Add 8 oz sliced cremini mushrooms and 1 tsp fresh thyme leaves, cooking for 6-7 minutes until mushrooms release moisture and begin to brown.
- Step 3: Stir in 1 1/2 cups Arborio rice and cook for 2 minutes, stirring constantly to coat the grains with oil and lightly toast them.
- 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 at a time, stirring frequently and allowing each addition to absorb before adding the next, continuing this process for about 18-20 minutes until rice is creamy and al dente.
- Step 6: Remove from heat and stir in 4 oz diced Taleggio cheese, 2 tbsp unsalted butter, and 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese until melted and fully incorporated.
- Step 7: Season with 1 tsp salt and 1/2 tsp black pepper to taste.
- Step 8: In a small dry pan, toast 1/4 cup pine nuts over medium heat for 3-4 minutes until golden and fragrant, then sprinkle over the risotto before serving.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Mushroom and Taleggio Risotto with Toasted Pine Nuts 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 Mushroom and Taleggio Risotto with Toasted Pine Nuts?
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 Mushroom and Taleggio Risotto with Toasted Pine Nuts?
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 Mushroom and Taleggio Risotto with Toasted Pine Nuts 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.
What goes well with Mushroom and Taleggio Risotto with Toasted Pine Nuts?
Italian rice & grains like this pair well with a simple grain (rice, couscous, or crusty bread), a quick salad with acid (lemon vinaigrette, pickled onions), and a pan sauce or yogurt-based dip. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" to get specific side suggestions.
