Indulge in the warmth and comfort of our butternut squash risotto with sage, a culinary masterpiece that combines the sweetness of butternut squash with the earthy flavors of sage. This delectable dish is a symphony of textures, featuring tender rice, creamy squash, and crispy sage leaves. Savor the nutty Parmesan cheese that adds a touch of umami, while a hint of white wine enhances the overall depth of flavor. Discover this exquisite recipe, along with variations that cater to different dietary preferences, including a vegan option that swaps vegetable broth for chicken broth and uses nutritional yeast instead of Parmesan cheese. For those who prefer a richer and more decadent experience, try our creamy butternut squash risotto, where heavy cream and mascarpone cheese create an irresistibly velvety texture. Each recipe offers a unique culinary journey, promising a satisfying and memorable dining experience.
Here are our top 4 tried and tested recipes!
BUTTERNUT SQUASH & SAGE RISOTTO
A satisfying veggie supper that gives a basic risotto recipe an autumnal twist
Provided by Barney Desmazery
Categories Dinner, Main course
Time 50m
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Heat the oven to 220C/200C fan/gas 7. Toss the squash in 1 tbsp oil together with the chopped sage. Scatter into a shallow roasting tin and roast for 30 mins until brown and soft.
- While the squash is roasting, prepare the risotto. Bring the stock to the boil and keep on a low simmer. In a separate pan, melt half the butter over a medium heat. Stir in the onions and cook gently for 8-10 mins until soft but not coloured, stirring occasionally. Stir the rice into the onions until completely coated in the butter, then stir continuously until the rice is shiny and the edges of the grain start to look transparent.
- Pour in the wine and simmer until completely evaporated. Add the stock, a ladleful at a time, and stirring the rice over a low heat for 25-30 mins, until the rice is cooked al dente (with a slightly firm, starchy bite in the middle). The risotto should be creamy and slightly soupy.
- At the same time, gently fry the whole sage leaves in a little olive oil until crisp, then set aside on kitchen paper. When the squash is cooked, mash half of it to a rough purée and leave half whole. When the risotto is just done, stir through the purée, then add the cheese and remaining butter and leave to rest for a few minutes. Serve the risotto scattered with the whole chunks of squash and the crisp sage leaves.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 609 calories, Fat 24 grams fat, SaturatedFat 10 grams saturated fat, Carbohydrate 87 grams carbohydrates, Sugar 17 grams sugar, Fiber 8 grams fiber, Protein 15 grams protein, Sodium 1 milligram of sodium
BUTTERNUT SQUASH AND SAGE RISOTTO
Provided by Florence Fabricant
Categories dinner, quick, main course
Time 45m
Yield 8 servings
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Pour the stock into a saucepan and keep on a slow simmer.
- Heat the oil in a large, heavy saucepan (three to four quarts). Add the pancetta, and saute over medium heat until it starts to brown. Stir in the onion and garlic, lower the heat and continue to saute until the onion is tender but not brown. Stir in the rice, and cook another minute or so.
- Add the wine and cook, stirring, until it is absorbed. Add the squash, the sugar, and a cup and a half of the simmering stock. Stir; then cover and cook about five minutes.
- Remove the lid. Stir in half the sage. Then begin to add the remaining stock about half a cup at a time, stirring constantly. After 15 minutes, when most of the stock has been added, the rice and squash should be tender. Season to taste with salt and pepper, and fold in the remaining sage.
- Serve at once with Parmesan cheese on the side.
Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 257, UnsaturatedFat 4 grams, Carbohydrate 41 grams, Fat 6 grams, Fiber 3 grams, Protein 7 grams, SaturatedFat 2 grams, Sodium 569 milligrams, Sugar 4 grams, TransFat 0 grams
BUTTERNUT SQUASH RISOTTO WITH SAGE
Provided by Moira Hodgson
Categories dinner, quick, one pot, main course
Time 30m
Yield 6 - 8 servings
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Peel, clean and dice the squash. Put the squash into a heavy-bottom pot and cook it with a few whole leaves of sage, salt, pepper and one cup of chicken stock. Cook 5 to 10 minutes, until tender but not too soft. Meanwhile, chop six sage leaves fine and dice the onion.
- Heat the rest of the chicken stock and hold at a low simmer. In a heavy-bottom saucepan, heat three tablespoons of the butter, add the chopped sage and cook a minute or two. Add the onion and continue to cook over medium heat until it is translucent, about five minutes.
- Add the rice and a pinch of salt and cook over low heat about three minutes, stirring often, until the rice has turned slightly opaque. Turn up the heat and pour in the white wine. When the wine has been absorbed, add just enough stock to cover the rice, stir well and reduce the heat.
- Keep the rice at a gentle simmer and continue to add more stock, a ladle or two at a time, letting each addition become absorbed by the rice. While the rice is cooking, saute the remaining sage leaves in butter until crisp. Drain on paper towels.
- After 15 minutes, the rice will be nearly cooked. Stir in the cooked squash, the rest of the butter and the cheese. Continue cooking three to five minutes. Taste for texture and consistency, adding a little more of the stock as needed. Adjust the seasoning. When the rice is done, serve it in a warm bowl and garnish with extra cheese and sauteed sage leaves.
Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 381, UnsaturatedFat 4 grams, Carbohydrate 57 grams, Fat 11 grams, Fiber 4 grams, Protein 10 grams, SaturatedFat 6 grams, Sodium 868 milligrams, Sugar 5 grams, TransFat 0 grams
BUTTERNUT SQUASH RISOTTO WITH SAGE
Make and share this Butternut Squash Risotto With Sage recipe from Food.com.
Provided by katie in the UP
Categories Rice
Time 2h
Yield 6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Cut enough squash into cubes to make 3 cups. Coarsely shred enough remaining squash to equal 2 cups; set aside.
- In a 2 qt saucepan heat broth and 4 cups of water to maintain a simmer and cover. In a 5 qt dutch oven melt butter. Add squash chunks, pepper 2 tbls sage and salt. Cook covered stirring occasionally until squash is tender. Remove squash to a bowl.
- In same dutch oven add olive oil, shredded squash and onion cook stirring often until veggies are tender. Add rice and cook stirring frequently (2 minutes) add wine and simmering broth 1/2 cup at a time, stirring after each addition until all liquid is absorbed and rice is tender but firm (approx 25 minutes) stir in diced squash, parmesan cheese and remaining sage. Heat through.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 465.1, Fat 10, SaturatedFat 3.6, Cholesterol 12.4, Sodium 590.3, Carbohydrate 82.1, Fiber 7.1, Sugar 5.9, Protein 11.7
Tips:
- Choose the right butternut squash: Look for a squash that is firm, heavy for its size, and has a deep orange color.
- Roast the butternut squash before adding it to the risotto: This will help to caramelize the squash and bring out its sweetness.
- Use a good quality risotto rice: Arborio or Carnaroli are both good choices.
- Toast the rice before adding the liquid: This will help to create a creamy texture.
- Add the liquid to the rice gradually, stirring constantly: This will help to prevent the rice from becoming gummy.
- Cook the risotto until it is al dente: The rice should be tender but still have a slight bite to it.
- Stir in the butternut squash, Parmesan cheese, and sage just before serving: This will help to keep the squash from becoming mushy and the sage from becoming bitter.
Conclusion:
Butternut squash risotto is a delicious and comforting dish that is perfect for a fall or winter meal. It is easy to make and can be tailored to your own taste preferences. Whether you like it simple or loaded with toppings, this risotto is sure to please everyone at the table.
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