Ingredients
4cupschicken broth,low sodium
2cupsarborio rice
2cupspumpkin,or butternut squash
1½cupspumpkin puree
½mediumyellow onion
½cupfresh basil,finely chopped
¼cupparmesan cheese,finely grated
2tbspmascarpone cheese
2tbspolive oil
Preparation
Heat oven to 400 degrees F and arrange a rack in the middle. Combine broth, rice, squash, puree, and onion in a 3-quart baking dish.
Season with salt and freshly ground black pepper, and stir to evenly combine. Cover tightly with aluminum foil and bake for about 30 to 35 minutes, stirring occasionally, until most the water has been absorbed and rice granules are puffed.
Remove from oven. Stir in remaining ingredients.
Season to taste and serve.
