Creamy Butternut Squash Risotto with Pancetta

Name: Creamy Butternut Squash Risotto with Pancetta
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 20 min
Total time: 35 min
Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients: 2 ½ Tbsp unsalted butter (divided); ¼ lb pancetta (or guanciale, diced); 1 large shallot (minced, about ¼ cup ); ½ large butternut squash (peeled and grated, see note below); 2 cups arborio rice; 2 cloves garlic (minced); ¾ cup dry white wine; 6-8 cups chicken stock (low-sodium); 1 cup Parmigiano Reggiano (freshly grated); 1 Tbsp fresh sage (finely chopped); 1 tsp lemon zest; ½ tsp Kosher salt; ¼ tsp freshly cracked black pepper; ¼ tsp ground cinnamon (optional)

Instructions

Prep:15minCook:20min

Creamy Butternut Squash Risotto is the ultimate fall comfort food! Made with crispy pancetta, white wine, sage, and an abundance of freshly grated Parmigiano Reggiano, each bite is deeply satisfying. Serve with fresh cracked pepper for a family-friendly favorite! Gluten-free.

Updated at: Fri, 10 Jan 2025 08:54:26 GMT