Description
One-Pot Creamy Mushroom Rice is a comforting, easy-to-make dish featuring Arborio rice cooked with sautéed mushrooms, onions, garlic, and vegetable broth, all finished with rich heavy cream. This creamy rice dish is perfect for a cozy dinner and requires minimal cleanup.
Ingredients
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Ingredients
- 1 cup Arborio rice
- 2 cups vegetable broth
- 1 cup sliced mushrooms
- 1 onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Salt to taste
- Pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Heat the oil. In a pot over medium heat, warm 2 tablespoons of olive oil until shimmering.
- Sauté onion. Add the diced onion and cook, stirring frequently, until translucent and softened.
- Cook mushrooms and garlic. Stir in minced garlic and sliced mushrooms, cooking until mushrooms become tender and release their moisture.
- Toast the rice. Add Arborio rice to the pot and stir constantly for about 2 minutes to lightly toast the grains.
- Add broth and boil. Pour in 2 cups of vegetable broth and bring the mixture to a rolling boil.
- Simmer the rice. Reduce the heat to low and let it simmer gently for 20 minutes, stirring occasionally to prevent sticking, until the rice is tender and has absorbed most of the liquid.
- Incorporate cream. Once the rice is cooked through, stir in 1 cup of heavy cream to make the dish creamy and rich.
- Season. Add salt and pepper to taste, adjusting the seasoning to your preference.
- Garnish and serve. Sprinkle freshly chopped parsley on top for a fresh finish and serve warm.
Notes
- Use Arborio rice for the best creamy texture; other types of rice may not yield the same richness.
- Be sure to stir occasionally during simmering to avoid the rice sticking to the pot.
- For a lighter version, substitute heavy cream with half-and-half or a plant-based cream alternative.
- This dish pairs well with a simple green salad or roasted vegetables.
- Leftovers can be refrigerated for up to 3 days and reheated gently on the stovetop with a splash of broth or water.
