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Butternut Squash Risotto

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Comfort-food favorite risotto gets a fall makeover with roasted butternut squash, rich cheese, and earthy pine nuts, plus a hint of sweetness from the Simply Dressed Balsamic Salad Dressing.

how to make butternut squash risotto
READY In

60 Minutes

PREP TIME

20 Minutes

COOK TIME

40 Minutes

SERVES

4

Ingredients


Directions

step1 saute risotto
Step 1:

Heat vegetable stock and butternut squash puree in medium saucepan until hot but not simmering. Heat olive oil in large sauté pan with high sides over medium heat. Add onion and sauté for about 5 minutes until translucent. Add garlic and cook for 30 seconds until fragrant.

step2 stir risotto
Step 2:

Add rice and stir to coat in oil. Pour wine into pan and increase heat to bring to a simmer. Lower heat and cook until wine is almost completely absorbed, about 4 to 5 minutes.

step3 add butternut squash puree to risotto
Step 3:

Add broth and butternut squash mixture one cup at a time with ladle and stir frequently until rice has absorbed almost all liquid. Do not allow the mixture to become dry. Continue to add broth one cup at a time until rice is al dente.

step4 add cheese to butternut squash risotto
Step 4:

Remove pan from heat and stir in cheese and herbs. Add butter and stir quickly to completely melt into risotto. Season with salt and pepper.

step5 serve butternut squash risotto
Step 5:

Top with pine nuts and drizzle with dressing. Serve immediately.

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