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A Collection of Favourite Recipes from La Bella Tavola

Butternut Squash and Rosemary Risotto

4/16/2020

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Recipe by Melina Moran
~45 minutes
~this recipe can be gluten free, dairy free and vegan
 
Risotto is one of my household’s favourite dishes because of the bursting flavours and comfort of this warm hearty dish. It could be served as an appetizer or main course and appeals to a variety of taste buds and preferences.

Ingredients
  • ¼ cup finely chopped garlic
  • 1/3 cup finely chopped purple onion or shallots 
  • 2 sprigs of fresh rosemary (for stock)
  • ½ tsp of salt
  • 3 tablespoons butter (use vegan spread in place for the dairy free version)
  • 2 cups arborio rice
  • 1 cup white wine plus 1 glass of white wine
  • 1 litre vegetable stock *no salt added* (could swap for chicken broth if you prefer)
To finish…..
  • 1 cup steamed and mashed butternut squash
  • 1 tablespoon of butter
  • 5 sprigs of rosemary, chopped
  • Juice of 1 large lemon
​Step 1. In a medium size quart pan, warm up the vegetable stock and add fresh herbs and half teaspoon of salt for flavour.
 
Step 2. Using a large pot (non-stick or enamel finish), sauté the garlic and onion in butter, over medium-high heat.
 
Step 3. Stir for a few minutes until they become translucent and the wonderful aromas start to develop, then add the arborio rice. While stirring, take a sip of the wine you poured into a glass at the start of this recipe 😊
 
Step 4. Combine so the rice is completely coated in the butter and mixed into the garlic and onions, and sauté until they turn light brown and begin toasting. Add a pinch of salt to begin layering of flavours.
​Step 5. Now it’s time to add the wine and deglaze the pot, you will hear it sizzle and absorb into the rice quite quickly. I used Social White blend from Intrigue Wines but have also used Bling wine in a can from the View Winery and it works great too! Whatever you like, dry or sweet, you just need some type of white or rose to add a layer of flavour and deglaze the caramelization from the sautéing. This is also a good time to sip your own glass of wine.
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​Step 6. As soon as the wine has been absorbed into the rice, and it happens fast, you start to add the vegetable stock, two ladles at a time. Stir it all together and then let it absorb. Once the stock absorbs, you will add two more ladles and continue this process for 15-20 minutes. It will slowly absorb the stock and you will see the rice growing in volume. I also salt during this process to add flavour as the rice cooks. As you complete these steps, enjoy that glass or two of wine!

​Step 7. When the rice seems to have doubled in size and takes longer to absorb the broth, get a small teaspoon and taste. You want it to be al dente (little bit hard to the tooth) but not too hard.

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​Step 8. Once it’s to your preferred texture, you will turn the heat off and add the mashed butternut squash, chopped rosemary, tablespoon of butter and lemon juice. Combine and serve with a small sprig of rosemary on top. And a glass of wine if you still have some left 😊 
 
Buon Appetito!

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  • HOME
  • ABOUT US
    • About KCIC and Our History
    • President's Message
    • Vice President's Message
    • Executive and Directors
    • Membership
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  • NEWS & ARTICLES
    • The Grapevine Newsletter
    • THE ITALIAN GARDENER
    • Kelowna's First Families
  • WHAT'S HAPPENING AT KCIC
    • 2025 Calendar
    • Club Happenings >
      • Giuseppe's Cafe
      • Trattoria Dinners
      • Bocce
      • LUNCH Open House
      • La Bella Tavola - Cooking Classes
      • KCIC Library
      • La Nostra Famiglia Italiana >
        • Order First Family Books!
        • CASORSO DOCUMENTARY
        • Upcoming NFI Events
        • Il Nostro Lascito Legacy Project
        • Past NFI Events >
          • NFI - ROOTS TO RESILIENCE
          • NFI - Follow That Bell!
          • NFI - Spaghetti
          • NFI - Bisnonno
          • NFI - L'Acqua
          • NFI - Terrazzo
          • NFI - Guerra
          • NFI - Lilia
          • Coming to Pier 21
          • Dalla Terra
          • Dialetti!
          • Sveva Caetani
          • Emilio Picariello
          • Between Neighbours
      • Ladies Night Out
      • Vendemmia Highlights 2024
      • Family Games Night
      • Ferragosto Family Picnic
      • Festa Della Repubblica
    • Our 55th Birthday!
  • More From Us
    • CONTACT US
    • Clubhouse Rentals
    • 50th ANNIVERSARY >
      • 50th Anniversary
      • Mercato
      • Dinner & Dance Gala
    • Miss Kelowna Cdn. Italian Club
    • Calendar Page
  • Take Out Dinners
  • Family Games Night