Mushroom Risotto

  • 8 C. chicken broth, divided

  • 3 Tbsp. olive oil, divided

  • 1 lb. shiitake or oyster mushrooms, thinly sliced

  • 1 lb. white mushrooms, thinly sliced

  • 2 shallots, diced

  • 1 ¾ C. Arborio rice 

  • 2/3 C. dry white wine

  • sea salt to taste

  • freshly ground black pepper to taste

  • 3 Tbsp. finely chopped chives

  • 5 Tbsp. butter

  • 5 Tbsp. freshly grated Parmesan cheese

In a saucepan, warm the broth over low heat.

Warm 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a large saucepan over medium-high heat. Stir in the mushrooms, and cook until soft, about 3 minutes. Remove mushrooms and their liquid, and set aside.

Add 1 tablespoon olive oil to the skillet, and stir in the shallots. Cook for 1 minute. Add rice, stirring to coat with oil, about 2 minutes. When the rice has taken on a pale, golden color, pour in wine, stirring constantly until the wine is fully absorbed. Add 1/2 cup broth to the rice, and stir until the broth is absorbed. Continue adding broth 1/2 cup at a time, stirring continuously, until the liquid is absorbed and the rice is al dente, about 15 to 20 minutes.

Remove from heat, and stir in mushrooms with their liquid, butter, chives, and parmesan. Season with salt and pepper to taste.

Serves 8


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