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 one-pot recipe (dairy-free option), ready in about 55 minutes, pairs Arborio rice, ground beef, and 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 "Build a week of meals around this recipe" 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 cremini mushrooms, sliced
• 1/2 cup onion, finely chopped
• 1/4 cup white wine
• 4 cups vegetable broth
• 1/2 cup Parmesan cheese, grated
• 2 tbsp butter
• 1 tbsp olive oil
• 1 tsp salt
• 1 tsp fresh thyme, chopped

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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.