Get ready for dinner with this Mushroom Risotto recipe, a perfect pairing for the 2022 Don’s Legacy Blend. This delectable Mushroom combines the earthy goodness of mushrooms with creamy Arborio rice, creating a velvety and satisfying dish that perfectly complements the complex notes of the red wine.

Ingredients:

• 1 cup Arborio rice
• 8 oz mushrooms, sliced (mix of varieties)
• 1 small onion, finely chopped
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1/2 cup Don’s Legacy Blend
• 4 cups vegetable or chicken broth, kept warm
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
• 1/2 cup Parmesan cheese, grated
• 1 tsp salt
• 1 tsp pepper
• Fresh thyme leaves (about 1 tablespoon, or adjust to your preference)

Instructions:

• Heat olive oil and butter over medium heat in a large skillet or pan. Add onions and garlic, and sauté until softened.
• Add mushrooms to the pan and cook until they release moisture and become golden brown.
• Add salt, pepper, and thyme leaves.
• Stir in Arborio rice, ensuring it’s well-coated with the oil, and mix with the mushrooms.
• Pour in the red wine, stirring constantly until the rice mostly absorbs it.
• Add the warm broth, one ladle at a time, stirring frequently. Allow the liquid to be absorbed before adding the next ladle.
• Continue this process until the rice is creamy and cooked to al dente texture. It usually takes about 18-20 minutes.
• Stir in the grated Parmesan cheese. Season with salt and pepper to taste.