Ingredients:

  • 1 cup (200g) Arborio rice
  • 1 medium pie pumpkin (about 2-3 lbs / 900-1400g), peeled and diced
  • 1 medium onion, finely chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 4 cups (950ml) vegetable broth
  • ½ cup (120ml) dry white wine (optional)
  • ¼ cup (60ml) heavy cream
  • ½ cup (50g) grated parmesan cheese
  • 2 tablespoons (30ml) olive oil
  • 1 tablespoon (15g) fresh sage, chopped
  • Salt and pepper, to taste

Instructions:

  1. Heat vegetable broth in a medium saucepan and keep it warm over low heat.
  2. In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add chopped onion and cook until translucent, about 5 minutes.
  3. Stir in minced garlic and sauté for an additional minute.
  4. Add diced pie pumpkin to the skillet and sauté for about 5-7 minutes or until just tender.
  5. Stir in Arborio rice, cooking until lightly toasted, about 2 minutes.
  6. (Optional) Pour in white wine and cook until absorbed, stirring frequently.
  7. Begin adding warm broth one ladle at a time, stirring continuously and allowing the rice to absorb each addition before adding the next. Repeat until rice is creamy and al dente, about 18-20 minutes.
  8. Stir in heavy cream, grated parmesan, and chopped sage. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  9. Remove from heat and let sit for a minute before serving warm.