True To Self Mushroom Risotto with Truffle Oil
A creamy, earthy risotto embodying 'authentic' simplicity, where each ingredient shines without overpowering, much like the philosophy of 'authentic or not' existence. This Italian-inspired rice and grain recipe, ready in about 40 minutes, layers arborio rice, mixed mushrooms, shallot into a dessert worth slowing down for — great for weekend baking, holiday tables, or any time you want a sweet payoff at the end of a meal. Each serving lands at about 420 calories and feeds 4, so it slots into a weekend bake or a special-occasion dessert tray. 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
- 1.5 cups arborio rice
- 8 oz (sliced) mixed mushrooms
- 1 (finely minced) shallot
- 1/2 cup white wine
- 4 cups (heated) vegetable broth
- 1/2 cup (grated) Parmesan cheese
- 1 tsp truffle oil
- 2 tbsp (chopped) fresh parsley
- 2 tbsp butter
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Instructions
- Step 1: Heat 2 tbsp butter in a large saucepan over medium heat. Add minced shallot and cook for 2 minutes until soft. Add sliced mushrooms and sauté for 5 minutes until golden and moisture evaporates.
- Step 2: Stir in arborio rice and toast for 2 minutes, coating each grain. Deglaze with 1/2 cup white wine, stirring constantly until absorbed.
- Step 3: Add hot vegetable broth 1/2 cup at a time, stirring frequently until each addition is absorbed before adding more. Continue for 20-25 minutes until rice is creamy and al dente.
- Step 4: Remove from heat. Stir in 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese, 1 tsp truffle oil, and remaining 2 tbsp butter until melted and glossy. Season with salt and pepper, then garnish with fresh parsley.








