One-Pot Beef and Mushroom Risotto

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-03-26 · Updated 2026-03-26

A luxurious Italian dish where Arborio rice is slowly cooked with beef broth, sautéed mushrooms, and Parmesan for a creamy, indulgent texture. This Italian-inspired one-pot recipe (dairy-free option), ready in about 55 minutes, pairs Arborio rice, ground beef, cremini mushrooms for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 500 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
• 1/2 lb ground beef
• 1 cup, sliced cremini mushrooms
• 1/2 cup, finely chopped onion
• 1/4 cup white wine
• 4 cups vegetable broth
• 1/2 cup, grated Parmesan cheese
• 2 tbsp butter
• 1 tbsp olive oil
• 1 tsp salt
• 1 tsp, chopped fresh thyme

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Instructions

1. Step 1: Heat 1 tbsp olive oil and 1 tbsp butter in a large skillet over medium heat. Add 1/2 cup finely chopped onion and sauté for 2-3 minutes until softened. Add 1/2 lb ground beef and cook for 5-7 minutes until browned and crumbly.
2. Step 2: Stir in 1 cup sliced cremini mushrooms and cook for 3-4 minutes until their edges are golden and tender. Pour in 1/4 cup white wine and cook for 2-3 minutes until the liquid is nearly evaporated.
3. Step 3: Add 1 1/2 cups Arborio rice and stir to coat with the fat and wine. Cook for 1-2 minutes until the rice is slightly translucent. Begin adding 4 cups vegetable broth, 1/2 cup at a time, stirring constantly until each addition is absorbed before adding more. Cook for 18-20 minutes until the rice is creamy and al dente.
4. Step 4: Remove from heat and stir in 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese, 1 tsp salt, and 1 tsp fresh thyme. Let sit for 2-3 minutes before serving, optionally finishing with an additional 1 tbsp butter for extra richness.