Elevate your home cooking with this Creamy Truffled Mushroom Risotto—a luxurious dish brimming with earthy wild mushrooms, aromatic truffle oil, and the perfect creamy texture. Whether you’re preparing a cozy dinner for two or impressing guests on a special occasion, this risotto recipe delivers elegance and flavor with every bite. Ideal for date night, winter dinners, or anytime you crave comfort food with a gourmet twist, this dish will transport you straight to an Italian trattoria.

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Recipe Overview: Why You’ll Love This Recipe ❤️

• Prep Time: 15 minutes
• Cook Time: 30-40 minutes
• Total Time: ~1 hour
• Servings: 4
• Skill Level: Moderate

This risotto isn’t just about the food—it’s an experience. Combining mindfulness, patience, and a touch of creative freedom while cooking enhances the joy of bringing this dish to life. It’s cooking at its most meditative and rewarding.

Why Truffled Mushroom Risotto?

1. Restaurant-Quality Dish at Home: Creamy, flavorful risotto with the richness of truffle oil.
2. Seasonal Comfort: Perfect for chilly nights and winter dishes.
3. Customizable Elegance: Add your personal touch by swapping mushrooms or experimenting with additional toppings.
4. Cooking as Therapy: Enjoy the soothing art of stirring and creating this indulgent dish.

Ingredients (Gather Your Essentials!)

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For the Risotto:

• 1 ½ cups Arborio rice (risotto rice)
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 small onion, finely chopped
• 3 garlic cloves, minced
• 3 cups mixed mushrooms (cremini, shiitake, or wild mushrooms), sliced
• ½ cup dry white wine
• 4-5 cups vegetable or chicken stock, warmed
• ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
• 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
• 1-2 teaspoons truffle oil (adjust to taste)

For Garnish (Optional):

• Fresh thyme or parsley, chopped
• Sautéed mushrooms
• Extra Parmesan cheese

Step-by-Step Instructions

1️⃣ Prep and Sauté the Mushrooms 🍄

1. Heat olive oil in a large sauté pan over medium heat.
2. Add sliced mushrooms, stirring gently to sauté until golden brown and softened. Remove the mushrooms and set aside for later.

2️⃣ Begin Your Risotto Base

1. In the same pan, add olive oil and sauté finely chopped onions over medium heat until translucent.
2. Stir in minced garlic and cook for an additional 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
3. Add the Arborio rice, stirring frequently to lightly toast the rice for 2-3 minutes. This enhances flavor and texture.

3️⃣ Deglaze and Add Wine

1. Pour in dry white wine and stir gently, allowing the wine to absorb fully into the rice.
2. As the wine evaporates, it will enhance the flavor of the risotto while maintaining a balanced acidity.

4️⃣ The Art of Adding Stock (Mindful Cooking at Its Best!)

1. Slowly add the warm stock, one ladleful at a time, while stirring the rice frequently.
2. Allow each addition of stock to evaporate before adding more. This slow process ensures the creamy texture that makes risotto so luxurious.

5️⃣ Add Mushrooms and Finish with Creamy Goodness

1. Once the risotto has absorbed most of the liquid and the rice is tender but slightly al dente (about 20 minutes), stir in the sautéed mushrooms.
2. Add the Parmesan cheese, unsalted butter, and truffle oil, stirring until the risotto is rich and creamy.
3. Adjust seasoning with salt and pepper to taste.

6️⃣ Serve and Garnish Like a Pro

1. Plate the truffled mushroom risotto in wide, shallow bowls for a restaurant-style presentation.
2. Garnish with fresh thyme or parsley, extra sautéed mushrooms, and a sprinkle of grated Parmesan for added elegance.

Pro Tips to Perfect Your Risotto 🌟

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1. Warm Stock Only: Use warm stock to maintain consistent cooking temperature.
2. Frequent Stirring: Stirring releases the starches in Arborio rice, creating that creamy texture risotto is known for.
3. Quality Ingredients: Use good truffle oil and fresh Parmesan for the best flavor.

Serving Suggestions 🍽️

• Romantic Date Night: Pair with a crisp white wine like Sauvignon Blanc or Chardonnay.
• Gourmet Winter Dinner: Serve as the star dish alongside a light arugula salad.
• Comfort Food Bliss: Top with seared scallops or crispy bacon for an extra layer of indulgence.

Recipe Variations

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1. Truffle Mushroom & Bacon Risotto: Add crispy pancetta or bacon to the mushrooms for a smoky flavor.
2. Beet Risotto Twist: Stir in roasted beets at the end of cooking for a vibrant color and earthy taste.
3. Vegan Option: Substitute Parmesan with nutritional yeast and butter with vegan alternatives.
4. Cheesy Upgrade: Mix in mascarpone cheese for an ultra-luxurious risotto.

Kitchen Notes & Storage Tips

1. Leftovers Storage: Store risotto in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 2 days.
2. Reheating Tip: Gently reheat in a skillet with a splash of broth to restore creaminess.
3. Freezing: Risotto is best enjoyed fresh, as freezing can compromise its texture.

Why Mindfulness Matters in Cooking 🧘‍♀️

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Making risotto isn’t just about the destination—the creamy, delicious final dish—but also about the experience. Mindfulness enhances your focus, allowing you to savor the process:

• Flow State: Stirring for 20 minutes may seem tedious but can be meditative, taking you into the “now.”
• Sensory Awareness: Notice the aromas of sautéed mushrooms, the sizzle of rice, and the creamy texture as the dish comes together.

Take a deep breath, embrace your creativity, and let go of perfection—it’s the joy of cooking that truly matters.

Truffled Mushroom Risotto Recipe

Jessica Tran

This Creamy Truffled Mushroom Risotto is an elegant and comforting dish, perfect for winter dinners or special occasions. With earthy mushrooms, Parmesan cheese, and the unique aroma of truffle oil, this recipe brings restaurant-quality flavors to your home kitchen.

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Prep Time 15 minutes mins

Cook Time 40 minutes mins

Total Time 55 minutes mins

Course Comfort Food, Main Course

Cuisine American

Servings 4 people

Equipment

• Large sauté pan
• Wooden Spoon or Spatula
• Ladle for stock addition
• Medium saucepan (to warm stock)
• Sharp knife for chopping

Ingredients

  

For the Risotto

• 1 ½ cups Arborio rice risotto rice
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 small onion finely chopped
• 3 garlic cloves minced
• 3 cups mixed mushrooms e.g., cremini, shiitake, or wild mushrooms, sliced
• ½ cup dry white wine
• 4 –5 cups vegetable or chicken stock warmed
• ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
• 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
• 1 –2 teaspoons truffle oil adjust to taste

Optional Garnishes

• Fresh thyme or parsley chopped
• Sautéed mushrooms
• Extra grated Parmesan cheese

Instructions

 

1️⃣ Prep and Sauté the Mushrooms

• Heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a large sauté pan over medium heat.
• Add the sliced mushrooms to the pan and sauté gently, stirring occasionally, until golden brown and softened (about 5–7 minutes).
• Remove the sautéed mushrooms from the pan and set aside.

2️⃣ Start the Risotto Base

• In the same pan, heat an additional drizzle of olive oil.
• Sauté the finely chopped onion over medium heat until translucent (about 2–3 minutes).
• Add the minced garlic and cook for another 1–2 minutes until fragrant.
• Stir in the Arborio rice, toasting it lightly for 2–3 minutes. This helps to enhance the nutty flavor of the rice.

3️⃣ Deglaze with White Wine

• Pour in ½ cup of dry white wine into the pan, stirring gently.
• Allow the rice to fully absorb the wine as it evaporates, leaving a balance of acidity and flavor.

4️⃣ Add Warm Stock Gradually (The Art of Risotto-Making)

• In a separate saucepan, warm the vegetable or chicken stock over low heat.
• Add the warm stock to the risotto one ladleful at a time, stirring gently and frequently.
• Let each ladleful of stock be fully absorbed by the rice before adding more. This process takes patience and ensures a creamy texture.
• Continue this process until the rice is tender but slightly al dente—this should take about 20 minutes.

5️⃣ Add Mushrooms and Finish with Creamy Ingredients

• Once the risotto has reached its desired texture, stir the sautéed mushrooms back into the pan.
• Add the grated Parmesan cheese, unsalted butter, and truffle oil. Mix thoroughly to achieve a creamy and luxurious texture.
• Season with salt and pepper to taste.

6️⃣ Serve and Garnish Like a Pro

• Spoon the risotto into wide, shallow bowls for an elegant presentation.
• Garnish with fresh thyme or parsley, extra Parmesan cheese, and additional sautéed mushrooms as desired.

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Notes

Use warm stock: Adding cold stock will lower the temperature and disrupt the cooking process.
Stir frequently: This helps release the starch from the Arborio rice, creating the signature creaminess of risotto.
Quality ingredients: Opt for high-quality truffle oil and freshly grated Parmesan cheese for the best results.

Final Thoughts: A Bowl of Comfort and Elegance 🌟

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This Truffled Mushroom Risotto marries sophistication with soul-soothing comfort. Whether you’re making it for a cozy winter dinner, a special date night recipe, or simply to treat yourself, it’s a dish that rewards both your palate and your patience.

With its creamy texture, earthy mushroom flavors, and luxurious truffle aroma, this risotto recipe is bound to become a favorite in your kitchen. Don’t forget to share your creations and tag us—we’d love to see how you elevate your risotto recipes!

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