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Butternut Squash & Sweet Pea Risotto

Creamy, cheesy, and delicious. This Butternut Squash & Sweet Pea Risotto feels both homey and elegant. It will be one of your new favorites!
Prep Time10 minutes
Cook Time30 minutes
Total Time40 minutes
Servings: 4 Servings
Author: Maggie @ Cupcakes and Sarcasm

Ingredients

  • 1 Tbsp EVOO
  • 1 Tbsp Unsalted Butter
  • 1/2 Sweet Onion, diced
  • 3 Garlic Cloves, minced
  • 1 Cup Arborio Rice
  • 1/2 Cup Dry White Wine Can substitute with more broth
  • 3 1/2 Cups Low Sodium Chicken Broth (or Vegetable Broth)
  • 1/2 Cup Fresh Grated Parmesan Cheese + more for topping
  • 1/2 Cup Frozen Sweet Peas
  • 2 Cups Roasted Butternut Squash
  • 1/4 Tsp Ground Tumeric
  • Salt and Pepper, to taste
  • 2 Tbsp Chopped Fresh Parsley + more for serving

Instructions

  • Pour the broth into a sauce pot and keep warm over low heat until ready to add to the risotto.
  • In a large, high-walled skillet over medium heat, add the EVOO and butter. Add the onion and cook until soft, about 2-3 minutes. Add the garlic and cook until fragrant, about 30 seconds.
  • Add the Arborio rice to the skillet and toast the rice, stirring constantly for 1-2 minutes. Do not let the rice burn, just lightly toast.
  • Add the white wine and cook until the wine evaporates, stirring occasionally. When the wine has evaporated and the rice is beginning to look dry, add a ladle or 2 of the warmed broth to the rice. 
  • Cook until the broth has evaporated, stirring often, until the rice begins to look dry again. Keep adding the broth about one cup at a time until it cooks down. Do not rush this process, this is what gives the risotto its creamy texture.
  • When there is still a little bit of the last amount of broth left in the skillet, add the turmeric, salt and pepper and stir.
  • Then add the peas and the parmesan. Reduce the heat to low and cook until the risotto is no longer runny. Risotto should be creamy and cheesy. Remove from heat.
  • Add the roasted butternut squash and the parsley and stir. Taste for seasoning and add more salt and pepper if needed. Divide the risotto between bowls and top with a little extra parmesan and parsley. Enjoy!