RISOTTO WITH BUTTERNUT SQUASH AND WHITE BEANS

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Known in Italian as 'Risotto con Zucca i Fagioli.' Steamed butternut squash folded into a creamy white bean risotto is the perfect flavorful dish for a weeknight or entertaining your favorite guests.

Provided by Parker Whittle

Categories     Main Dish Recipes     Rice     Risotto Recipes

Time 1h5m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 15

1 butternut squash - peeled, seeded, and cubed
salt and ground black pepper to taste
¼ cup extra-virgin olive oil
1 onion, diced
1 small tomato, diced
1 (16 ounce) package Arborio rice
½ cup white wine
1 teaspoon dried marjoram
1 teaspoon dried oregano
1 teaspoon dried basil
8 cups chicken broth, or more as needed
1 dash hot pepper sauce, or more to taste
1 (14 ounce) can small white beans, drained
¼ cup shredded Parmesan cheese
3 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley

Steps:

  • Season butternut squash cubes with salt and black pepper. Place a steamer insert into a saucepan and fill with water to just below the bottom of the steamer. Cover and bring the water to a boil. Add butternut squash, cover, and steam until just tender, 10 to 12 minutes depending on thickness. Transfer squash to a bowl and mash.
  • Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Cook and stir onion in the hot oil until softened, 3 to 5 minutes. Stir tomato into onions until onions become translucent, 3 to 5 more minutes. Add Arborio rice to onion mixture and stir to coat with oil; cook and stir until rice becomes translucent with a white spots in the middle of each grain, about 2 minutes.
  • Stir white wine into rice mixture; cook and stir until wine is completely absorbed, 2 to 4 minutes; add marjoram, oregano, and basil. Pour chicken broth into rice mixture, about 1/2 cup at a time, stirring until liquid is absorbed, until rice is creamy but firm to the bite, 20 to 25 minutes. Stir squash into rice mixture until fully incorporated. Remove from heat.
  • Stir hot pepper sauce, white beans, Parmesan cheese, and parsley into risotto until cheese is melted. Season with salt and black pepper.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 436.8 calories, Carbohydrate 77.1 g, Cholesterol 7.2 mg, Fat 8.6 g, Fiber 6.7 g, Protein 11.2 g, SaturatedFat 1.5 g, Sodium 1013.1 mg, Sugar 5.7 g

Farhan Qureshi
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This risotto was amazing! The butternut squash and white beans were a perfect combination. I also loved the crispy sage leaves. I would definitely recommend this recipe to anyone looking for a delicious and easy risotto dish.


Sehar Tauqeer
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I'm not a huge fan of butternut squash, but I thought I'd give this recipe a try. I was pleasantly surprised! The butternut squash and white beans were a great combination and the risotto was very creamy. I would definitely make this again.


Laila Nour
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This risotto was a bit too bland for my taste. I think it could have used more salt and pepper. Other than that, it was a good recipe.


Allah Dita
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I've made this risotto several times and it's always a hit! The butternut squash and white beans add a delicious flavor and texture. I also like to add a bit of grated Parmesan cheese at the end. Yum!


YoGirl_E.G.G
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This was my first time making risotto and it turned out great! The recipe was easy to follow and the risotto was cooked perfectly. The butternut squash and white beans added a nice sweetness and creaminess. I will definitely be making this again.


Hummels
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I made this risotto for my family and they all loved it! The butternut squash and white beans were a great addition and gave the risotto a unique flavor. I would definitely recommend this recipe.


KIREGO WILSON
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I followed the recipe exactly and the risotto turned out perfectly. It was creamy, flavorful, and the butternut squash and white beans added a nice touch. I would definitely make this again.


Esmeralda Roldan
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This was a great recipe! I made it for a dinner party and everyone loved it. The risotto was cooked perfectly and the flavors were amazing. I would definitely recommend this recipe to anyone looking for a delicious and easy risotto dish.


Sowaljan Wafa
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I'm not usually a fan of risotto, but this recipe changed my mind. The butternut squash and white beans made it so creamy and flavorful. I'll definitely be making this again!


Blen Gemechu
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This risotto was absolutely delicious! The butternut squash and white beans added a creamy and savory flavor that paired perfectly with the arborio rice. I also loved the addition of the crispy sage leaves, which added a nice textural contrast.