Grilled Tomato Risotto With Roasted Portobello Mushrooms

ItalianVegetarianAdvanced60 minBy Northstar

Ingredients

Servings
4
  • 1 lb fresh tomatoes, halved and seeded
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 4 medium portobello mushrooms, stemmed and cleaned
  • 1 lb fresh mozzarella cheese, sliced 1/2-inch thick
  • 1 cup chopped onions
  • 6 cup water
  • 1 tsp chopped garlic
  • 1 lb Arborio rice
  • 1 tbsp unsalted butter
  • 0.3 cup heavy cream
  • 0.5 cup freshly grated Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese
  • 3 tbsp chopped green onions (scallions), green parts

Instructions

  1. 1

    Preheat grill to 400°F. Toss tomatoes with olive oil, salt, and pepper. Grill for 2 to 3 minutes per side. Remove and roughly chop; reserve juices.

  2. 2

    Grill portobello mushrooms for 3 to 4 minutes per side until tender. Let cool, then slice. Top each with mozzarella slices and set aside.

  3. 3

    In a large saucepan, heat remaining olive oil over medium heat. Sauté onions and garlic for 2 minutes. Add the Arborio rice and stir to coat.

  4. 4

    Add water one cup at a time, stirring constantly and allowing each addition to absorb before adding the next, about 20 to 25 minutes total.

  5. 5

    Stir in the grilled tomatoes with their juices, butter, cream, and Parmigiano-Reggiano. Season with salt and pepper.

  6. 6

    Serve the risotto topped with sliced portobello mushrooms and melted mozzarella. Garnish with green onions.