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Pumpkin Risotto Recipes That Will Make You Fall in Love Instantly

Creamy pumpkin risotto with vibrant autumn colors and cozy flavors
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This creamy pumpkin risotto is cozy, comforting, and packed with fall flavors. It’s my go-to recipe whenever I want something warm, nourishing, and just a little bit fancy—perfect for a quiet night in or impressing dinner guests.

Ingredients

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  • 1½ cups arborio rice
  • 4–5 cups vegetable or chicken broth, kept warm
  • 1 cup pumpkin puree (fresh or canned)
  • 1 medium onion, finely diced
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • ½ cup dry white wine (or broth + a splash of lemon juice)
  • ⅓ cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
  • 2 tablespoons butter
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon chopped fresh sage (plus extra for garnish)
  • ½ teaspoon nutmeg
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Optional: ¼ cup toasted pumpkin seeds for garnish

Instructions

  1. Warm your broth in a saucepan over low heat and keep it nearby—adding warm broth helps the risotto cook evenly.
  2. In a large pan, heat olive oil and 1 tbsp butter over medium heat. Add onion and sauté until soft, about 3–4 minutes. Stir in garlic and sage; cook for 30 seconds more.
  3. Add arborio rice and stir for 1–2 minutes until the grains are slightly translucent around the edges.
  4. Pour in the white wine (or broth/lemon combo) and stir until mostly absorbed.
  5. Add broth ½ cup at a time, stirring often and letting each addition absorb before adding more. This takes about 15–18 minutes total.
  6. After about 10 minutes, stir in the pumpkin puree and continue the broth process until rice is al dente and creamy.
  7. Remove from heat. Stir in remaining 1 tbsp butter, Parmesan, nutmeg, and season with salt and pepper. Let rest, covered, for 2 minutes before serving.
  8. Garnish with extra sage, Parmesan shavings, and pumpkin seeds if you’re feeling fancy!

Notes

This risotto is best fresh but also makes great leftovers. Just add a splash of broth when reheating to bring back the creaminess. For a vegan version, use plant-based butter and nutritional yeast instead of Parmesan.

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Keywords: pumpkin risotto, fall comfort food, creamy risotto, vegetarian main, seasonal recipes

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