15 Creamy Risottos To Serve Up For Dinner

Lazy Pea and Saffron Risotto

Creamy risotto is generally reserved for special occasions, but our easy weeknight version doesn't need the nonstop stirring that traditionally makes the dish difficult to prepare. If you don't want to use wine, simply substitute with 1/2 cup broth.

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Risotto with Chanterelles

Is there anything more classic than a mushroom risotto? Buttery and meaty, an assortment of sautéed mushrooms bring this risotto to life.

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Lobster Risotto

The key to a good risotto is the stock, so be sure to follow Cooked Lobster and Stock. For entertaining, prepare the lobster and stock ahead then finish the risotto once guests arrive.

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Barley Risotto with Peas & Leeks

This classic savoury risotto uses barley instead of traditional rice for a creamy and bright dish.

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Bacon & Pea Risotto

Smoky bacon and rich Parmesan add dimension to this bright pea risotto.

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Orzo Risotto with Pancetta & Parmesan

Sub in orzo pasta for traditional arborio rice in this rich recipe.

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Beet Risotto

Roasted beets give this risotto its subtly sweet flavour. For the most beautifully hued dish, we've added the beets toward the end of cooking.

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Shortcut Turkey Risotto

Risotto is generally a labour of love. Our shortcut version eliminates most of the stove-top stirring, but produces equally silky results and turns ho-hum turkey leftovers into a special meal.

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Beet & Broccoli Risotto with Goat Cheese

Goat cheese pairs delightfully with these harvest vegetables.

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Quinoa Risotto with Shrimp & Asparagus

Quinoa makes for a lighter risotto option.

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Butternut Squash Risotto

The addition of sweet and nutty butternut squash gives risotto an autumnal spin.

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Creamy Herbed Risotto With Shrimp

Keeping shrimp and peas in the freezer, and fresh herbed soft cheese in the fridge means you can whip up this easy weeknight dinner at a moment's notice. Serve topped with chopped fresh parsley or basil for a little burst of green, if you like.

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Cauliflower Risotto with Squash & Cheddar

A rich risotto with bold cheddar and squash.

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Slow Cooker Mushroom Barley Risotto

Finally a flavourful risotto that doesn't need any stirring! Dried mushrooms work perfectly to create an earthy aroma, we've used dried porcinis here as they're readily available, but any dried mushroom will do. Hearty pot barley makes adds a healthful twist and doesn't become overly mushy - even after 8 hours.

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White Chocolate & Pear Dessert Risotto

Bring a sweet flair to your risotto. With warm spices, caramelized pear, and a hint of white chocolate, this cozy dish is the perfect end to any meal.

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