Ingredients
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1 1/2 cups Arborio rice
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4 cups vegetable broth
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1 cup sliced cremini mushrooms
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1/2 cup chopped white onion
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2 cloves garlic, minced
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1/2 cup dry white wine (optional)
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1 cup unsweetened almond milk (or any plant-based milk)
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2 tablespoons nutritional yeast (optional, for a cheesy flavor)
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2 tablespoons olive oil
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1 Salt and black pepper to taste
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1 Fresh parsley for garnish
Directions
Dive into the flavors of Italy with this Vegan Mushroom Risotto. Creamy and comforting, it’s a plant-based twist on a classic Italian favorite.
You can make this Vegan Mushroom Risotto without wine for an alcohol-free version. Adjust the seasoning to your taste and enjoy!
Steps
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Sauté Onions and Garlic: |
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In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and minced garlic, and sauté for about 2-3 minutes until the onion becomes translucent. |
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Add Arborio Rice: |
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Stir in the Arborio rice and cook for an additional 2-3 minutes, allowing the rice to become lightly toasted. |
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5
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Deglaze with Wine (Optional): |
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Pour in the dry white wine (if using) and stir until most of it has been absorbed by the rice. |
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Start Cooking: |
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Begin adding the vegetable broth gradually, one cup at a time. Stir continuously and allow the liquid to be absorbed by the rice before adding more. Continue this process until the rice is creamy and cooked to your desired level of tenderness. This should take about 18-20 minutes. |
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Incorporate Mushrooms: |
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While the risotto is cooking, in a separate pan, sauté the sliced mushrooms until they become tender and lightly browned. Set them aside. |
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Make It Creamy: |
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Once the risotto is cooked, reduce the heat to low, and stir in the unsweetened almond milk, nutritional yeast (if using), and sautéed mushrooms. Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes until the risotto is creamy and well combined. |
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Season and Serve: |
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Season the risotto with salt and black pepper to taste. Garnish with fresh parsley. |
