Ingredients
- Main Ingredients:
Instructions
Add 1 tbsp olive oil to a large pot over medium heat and add the shallot. Cook for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.
Add the pumpkin, rosemary, salt, pepper, and 2 tbsp olive oil and stir, cooking for another 5 minutes.
Add the rice and stir for a few minutes to slightly brown.
Add the cooking wine and simmer for 2 minutes.
Add half of the vegetable stock, pumpkin puree, and boil until the rice absorbs it, then add the other half and repeat. Stir occasionally.
Once all of the stock is absorbed (about 25 minutes), stir in the Parmesan cheese. Cover and let stand for 10 minutes before serving.
Plating Tips
Get creative and have fun with plating your dish! We suggest using a large shallow bowl to showcase the risotto. Opt for one with earthy, muted tones or deep greens to complement the autumnal theme if possible.
Consider garnishing with fresh sprigs of rosemary, toasted pumpkin seeds, and/or grated Parmesan cheese. For the most visual appeal, create a slight well in the center of the risotto with a large spoon for topping placement.
Carefully wipe any smudges from the rim of the plate before serving for a clean and beautiful presentation.
Flavors of Fall
As the leaves turn golden and the air takes on a crisp edge, it's time to bring the essence of autumn to your table. This dish marries the earthy richness of roasted pumpkin with the aromatic allure of rosemary and the creamy comfort of risotto for a perfect introduction to fall flavors.
Pumpkin, the undisputed star of the season, can be integrated into your kitchen in a variety of ways—any meal of the day! For an indulgent morning treat, create a Pumpkin Spice Latte Rice Pudding.
For a show-stopping culinary masterpiece, our recipe for Rice Stuffed Mini Pumpkins with a medley of dried fruits and crunchy pecans is sure to leave a lasting impression. Our Pumpkin and Sage Risotto is another delicious dish to try for a comforting, fall-inspired meal.
This meal, along with the Rosemary Pumpkin Risotto, is made using silky RiceSelect® Arborio Rice. These recipes are perfect for a cozy night in, or for a crowd-pleasing addition to your next holiday event.
But it doesn’t have to end there! Stock your kitchen with other seasonal ingredients such as crisp apples, delicate figs, hearty sweet potatoes, and jewel-toned cranberries.
Check out our blog post for the ultimate source of inspiration on autumn produce and the next recipes to try with RiceSelect® .
Other Meal Inspiration
You can check our website for plenty of other things you can make using Arborio rice. For another Mediterranean inspired meal, why not check out one of our Orzo Recipes like a lemon orzo chicken soup. Or for something a bit more exotic, why not learn how to cook Pearl Couscous?
