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Pumpkin risotto is a perfect first course for the season we are about to face, autumn. Originally, this recipe was created as a poor dish because it was made with simple and inexpensive ingredients such as rice, pumpkin, vegetable broth, and it can be enriched to taste with taleggio, gorgonzola, speck, and spices. Pumpkin risotto is a dish with a strong flavor, slightly sweet due to the taste of pumpkin, and very intense, perfect for warming up and sweetening your lunches or dinners in the company of friends.
Traditional pumpkin risotto comes from the culinary tradition of Northern Italy, particularly appreciated in Lombardy. However, Mantova boasts a high quality of pumpkin, in fact, on our website Spaghetti&Mandolino, you can find the Delica Pumpkin from Mantova: a masterpiece of the Mantuan plains with a truly large caliber, as each pumpkin usually weighs around 2.5 kg. Pumpkin is one of the quintessential autumn foods, and combined with risotto, it releases unique and delightful flavors. Additionally, pumpkin is low in calories, stimulates metabolism, is excellent for digestion, and improves liver functions. Pumpkin risotto is a very tasty first course and is great to enjoy with a sprinkle of Parmigiano Reggiano DOP. The recipes for pumpkin risotto are truly delicious, discover with us how to prepare them.
The traditional pumpkin risotto is very simple and quick to prepare. Start by preparing a light vegetable broth, as you will need it to cook the rice. Next, chop the vegetables and place them in a large saucepan, cover them with water, and add a bit of salt. Cover the saucepan with a lid and bring everything to a boil, then cook for about an hour.
Strain about 2/3 of the broth and keep it warm, as you will need it to cook the rice. To achieve a great pumpkin risotto, it's necessary to use high-quality ingredients; indeed, we recommend our Delica pumpkin, grown in Mantova. The pumpkin should be peeled, washed, and sliced to obtain cubes that you will cook in a pan with a drizzle of extra virgin olive oil and chopped onion. Once the pumpkin is sautéed, you can add a ladle of broth. In a separate pan, throw in the rice to toast it and deglaze with some wine. Once this process is finished, simply pour the rice into the pan with the pumpkin and add the broth little by little so that the stirring is perfect. Finally, add some butter and grated Parmigiano Reggiano. By following these simple steps, you will obtain a mouth-watering pumpkin risotto.
Pumpkin and sausage risotto is a first course rich in flavors, as the sweetness of pumpkin pairs perfectly with the sapidity of sausage. A great dish for autumn and to surprise your guests.
The preparation of pumpkin and sausage risotto is practically identical to that of traditional pumpkin risotto, with the addition of sausage: just slice the casing with a knife and gently pull it off by hand to remove it, then chop the meat to obtain minced meat. The pumpkin can also be baked with salt, pepper, extra virgin olive oil, and a few sprigs of rosemary for extra flavor. The sausage can be directly added to the pan with the rice and cooked together. We at Spaghetti&Mandolino offer you a wide selection of sausages, and you can choose the one that best matches your culinary tastes!
The pumpkin and gorgonzola risotto is just a variant of pumpkin risotto. If you are a fan of strongly flavored cheese, you can try preparing pumpkin and gorgonzola risotto: two ingredients that unleash a bold and delicious taste on the palate. The gorgonzola we propose will give further creaminess to your risotto and will blend perfectly with the pumpkin.
There are various types of pumpkin, including yellow pumpkin, which can be used to make a delicate yellow pumpkin risotto. This pumpkin is also referred to as "sweet pumpkin" and is characterized by a low caloric intake due to its high water content. Additionally, it contains many vitamins, including vitamin A. The yellow pumpkin risotto seems to be a healthy and delicious dish, great for the first chilly autumn days, ideal for preventing illnesses thanks to its high potassium and mineral salt content. It differs from regular pumpkin due to its yellower color and even sweeter taste. The yellow pumpkin risotto is prepared using the same recipe as traditional pumpkin risotto.
The pumpkin and bacon risotto is another variant of classic pumpkin risotto, a flagship dish of Lombard cuisine. The sweetness of pumpkin blends perfectly with the crispiness of bacon, unleashing unique flavors. Preparing pumpkin and bacon risotto is really easy: follow the classic recipe for traditional pumpkin risotto and during the stirring process, add finely chopped bacon. Cook everything for about ten minutes, then turn off the heat, season with Parmigiano Reggiano from our selection, and mix everything. Serve it hot to your guests, and you can't go wrong.
Finally, we propose a recipe for pumpkin and speck risotto, another variant to make pumpkin risotto unique. The speck will give your dish a slightly smoky but delicious flavor: the texture will provide a unique sensation on your palate, thanks to the creaminess of the risotto. For this preparation, you can follow the traditional recipe while adding a simple extra step. While cooking the pumpkin cut into cubes in the oven or in a pan, slice the speck into strips and place it in a saucepan previously greased with oil and a cube of butter. Sauté the speck on low heat for about 2-3 minutes, stirring often. On our website Spaghetti&Mandolino, you will find a wide selection of speck.
If you are not passionate about cooking but want to taste ready-made products that have the same flavor as homemade, we offer a selection of ready-made risottos: sausage and pumpkin, or a traditional pumpkin risotto.
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