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Cozy Roasted Pumpkin and Sage Risotto

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A creamy, comforting autumn risotto featuring roasted sugar pumpkin and crispy sage in brown butter. This dish balances sweet and savory flavors with a rich, glossy texture.

Ingredients

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  • 1 ½ cups Arborio rice
  • 6–8 cups Vegetable or Chicken Broth (kept warm)
  • 2 cups Butternut Squash or Sugar Pumpkin, peeled and cubed
  • 4 tablespoons Unsalted Butter (divided)
  • 2 medium Shallots, minced
  • 3 cloves Garlic, minced
  • 10–12 Fresh Sage Leaves
  • ½ cup Dry White Wine (e.g., Sauvignon Blanc or Pinot Grigio)
  • ½ cup Grated Parmesan Cheese
  • 2 tablespoons Extra Virgin Olive Oil
  • Salt and Black Pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Toss cubed pumpkin with 1 tablespoon olive oil, salt, and pepper. Roast on a baking sheet for 20-25 minutes until tender and caramelized. Set aside.
  2. Pour broth into a saucepan and keep it at a low simmer throughout the cooking process.
  3. In a Dutch oven or wide saucepan, melt 1 tablespoon butter over medium heat. Sauté shallots for 2-3 minutes until translucent, then add garlic and cook for 30 seconds until fragrant.
  4. Add Arborio rice to the pot and stir constantly for 1-2 minutes until the edges are translucent and the rice smells nutty.
  5. Pour in white wine and stir until completely evaporated.
  6. Add warm broth one ladle at a time, stirring gently but constantly. Wait until liquid is mostly absorbed before adding the next ladle. Repeat for 18-20 minutes until rice is al dente.
  7. In the last 5 minutes of cooking, stir in the roasted pumpkin cubes and fresh sage leaves.
  8. Remove pot from heat. Vigorously stir in remaining 3 tablespoons of cold butter and grated Parmesan cheese to emulsify (mantecatura). Season with salt and pepper.
  9. Serve immediately while hot.

Notes

Do not wash the rice as it removes necessary starch. Keep broth warm to maintain cooking temperature. Use cold butter at the end to create a stable emulsion for a silkier texture. Risotto is best served immediately; reheating may alter texture.

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Keywords: pumpkin risotto, sage risotto, autumn recipes, comfort food, vegetarian dinner, arborio rice, roasted pumpkin, cozy meals

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