Creamy Mushroom Rice Dish (Printable Version)

Creamy rice enhanced with tender mushrooms, Parmesan, and fresh herbs. Versatile, comforting, and easy to prepare.

# What You'll Need:

→ Vegetables

01 - 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
02 - 1 tablespoon olive oil
03 - 1 medium onion, finely chopped
04 - 3 cloves garlic, minced
05 - 10 ounces cremini or button mushrooms, sliced

→ Rice

06 - 1 1/2 cups arborio or medium-grain rice

→ Liquids

07 - 3 cups vegetable broth, warm
08 - 1 cup whole milk or heavy cream

→ Cheese & Seasoning

09 - 1/2 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
10 - 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
11 - 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme or 1 teaspoon fresh thyme leaves
12 - Salt, to taste
13 - Freshly ground black pepper, to taste

# Directions:

01 - Heat a large skillet or saucepan over medium heat and melt the butter with olive oil.
02 - Add onions and sauté for 3 to 4 minutes until soft and translucent.
03 - Stir in minced garlic and sliced mushrooms; cook for 5 to 6 minutes until mushrooms are golden and most liquids evaporate.
04 - Add rice to the pan and cook, stirring, for 1 to 2 minutes to coat grains well.
05 - Pour in 2 cups of warm vegetable broth. Stir, bring to a simmer, and cook, stirring occasionally, until almost all liquid is absorbed.
06 - Gradually incorporate the remaining broth and milk or cream, about 1/2 cup at a time, letting the rice absorb most liquid before each addition. Stir frequently.
07 - When the rice is creamy and tender, stir in grated Parmesan, thyme, parsley, salt, and pepper. Mix well.
08 - Taste and adjust seasoning as needed. Serve hot, garnished with extra parsley and Parmesan if desired.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Uses pantry staples and fresh vegetables
  • Ready in under an hour and almost all hands off
  • Richly flavored but still light enough for any season
  • Vegetarian friendly and easy to adapt for special diets
02 -
  • Packed with comforting flavors without being heavy
  • Gluten free if you check your broth and cheese
  • Freezes wonderfully for meal prep and busy nights
03 -
  • Take the time to sauté the aromatics and mushrooms really well at the beginning This builds an even bigger base of flavor for your rice
  • Adding the liquids slowly and stirring between each pour is what creates the creamy texture without needing any flour or starch
  • Always taste and season just before serving as the flavors of mushroom and cheese intensify the longer the dish sits

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