Oven-Baked Risotto with Porcini Mushrooms and Parmesan
Creamy oven-baked risotto enriched with earthy dried porcini mushrooms and finished with sharp Parmesan cheese for a comforting Italian classic. This Italian-inspired rice and grain recipe, ready in about 60 minutes, pairs Arborio rice, dried porcini mushrooms, hot vegetable broth 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
- 1/4 cup dried porcini mushrooms
- 4 cups hot vegetable broth
- 1/2 cup dry white wine
- 2 medium shallots
- 3 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 3/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 teaspoon sea salt
- 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
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Instructions
- Step 1: Place 1/4 cup dried porcini mushrooms in a small bowl and cover with 1 cup hot vegetable broth. Let soak for 20 minutes to rehydrate, then chop mushrooms coarsely and reserve broth.
- Step 2: Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Finely dice 2 medium shallots.
- Step 3: In a large ovenproof skillet or Dutch oven, heat 2 tablespoons olive oil and 1 tablespoon unsalted butter over medium heat until melted. Add shallots and sauté for 3 minutes until translucent and fragrant.
- Step 4: Add 1 1/2 cups Arborio rice and stir for 2 minutes to toast grains and coat with fat.
- Step 5: Pour in 1/2 cup dry white wine and cook, stirring, until mostly absorbed.
- Step 6: Add the chopped porcini mushrooms and their soaking liquid plus remaining 3 cups hot vegetable broth, 1 teaspoon sea salt, and 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper. Stir once to combine.
- Step 7: Cover the skillet with a tight-fitting lid or foil and bake in the oven for 25 minutes.
- Step 8: Remove the lid and stir in 2 tablespoons unsalted butter and 3/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese until creamy and well blended.
- Step 9: Garnish with 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley and serve immediately.
Frequently asked questions
How long does Oven-Baked Risotto with Porcini Mushrooms and Parmesan take to make?
Total time is about 60 minutes (25 min prep + 35 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 Oven-Baked Risotto with Porcini Mushrooms and 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 Oven-Baked Risotto with Porcini Mushrooms and 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 Oven-Baked Risotto with Porcini Mushrooms and 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.
What goes well with Oven-Baked Risotto with Porcini Mushrooms and Parmesan?
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.
