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Butternut squash risotto

From the video “Ina Garten's 5-Star Butternut Squash Risotto | Barefoot Contessa | Food Network” by Food Network. RecipesMD is not affiliated with Food Network. Steps are in our own words.

Machine-read from the video · not yet checked by a personMediumFine for a weeknight
Not spicy
Total time
~85 min
est.
Serves
~6
est.
Cost
~$5.68*
per serving, Ontario (~3 portions assumed)save ~$15.32* vs ordering out
Difficulty
Medium
Ingredients
12

Ingredients

May contain dairy

Read from the ingredient list. Check packaging if you have an allergy.

The video doesn’t say how many this serves, so amounts are shown as made in the video.

Ontario grocery estimate*

~$17.05*for the batch in the video
~$5.68*per serving

You save about ~$15.32* per serving (73% less*) than ordering it out — ~$45.95* for ~3 portions.

Order out = a typical Ontario pasta entrée, before delivery fees, tax and tip.

4 ingredients priced from Ontario averages · 5 predicted from typical costs · not priced: pancetta, shallots, arborio rice, white wine, saffron

* Estimate, not a quote: predicted from the ingredient list: 4 line(s) priced from Ontario averages, the rest filled with typical costs for their type; the video doesn't state how many it serves, so 3 portions were assumed; restaurant comparison is a typical Ontario pasta entrée at ~$21, before delivery fees, tax and tip. Prices: Ontario averages (StatCan 2026-07) + RecipesMD estimates, pro-rated, staples excluded.

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Nutrition & health

Nutrition per serving339 kcal · 17% of 2,000
Fat23 g29%
Saturated fat11 g55%
Sodium462 mg20%
Carbohydrate27 g10%
Fiber3.8 g14%
Total sugars5.1 gno daily value
Added sugars0 g0%
Protein12 g23%

Estimate from the ingredient list — not dietary advice. % Daily Value uses FDA reference amounts; 5% or less is low, 20% or more is high. Added sugars are counted from sweeteners and sweet sauces in the list.

Health indexMiddle of the road
  • Starting point60
  • Protein+18 of 20
  • Fiber+16 of 20
  • Saturated fat−20 of 20
  • Sodium−12 of 20
  • Added sugars (estimate)0 of 20

RecipesMD health index — an estimate from the ingredient list, not medical or dietary advice

From 6 of 10 ingredient lines (85% of the measured weight), divided into 6 servings (estimated: average of rules (8: 1440 g protein foods at ~170 g per serving) and model check (4)). Typical amounts assumed for olive oil, because the video doesn’t say how much. Not counted because the video gives no amount: salt, black pepper, pancetta. Not matched to nutrient data: arborio rice, white wine, saffron. Source: USDA FoodData Central SR Legacy (2018-04, public domain) + 4 Branded Foods records.

Equipment

  • vegetable peeler
  • chef's knife
  • baking sheet
  • saucepan
  • Dutch oven
  • wooden spoon
  • ladle

What the video didn’t say

  • exact amount of pancetta
  • exact amount of olive oil, salt, and pepper
  • servings
  • total cooking time
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Frequently asked questions

Everything you need to know about Butternut squash risotto

What makes Food Network's Butternut squash risotto recipe and technique special?

Food Network's take on Butternut squash risotto focuses on home kitchen precision, balancing Italian flavors with an estimated under 30 minutes total preparation time. Crucial step: Add stock gradually, stirring constantly, to achieve creamy texture without scorching. Every step is timestamped to the exact second in the video so you can follow along hands-free.

How much does it cost to make Butternut squash risotto at Ontario grocery prices?

Based on Statistics Canada benchmark consumer food pricing, this Butternut squash risotto recipe costs approximately economical home-cooked pricing per serving (yielding 2 to 4 portions). Home cooking saves an estimated 60% to 75% compared to ordering takeout at a restaurant.

Can I make Butternut squash risotto ahead of time or store leftovers?

Yes. Leftover Butternut squash risotto can be refrigerated in an airtight container for 3 to 4 days. If the recipe contains delicate leafy greens or dressed ingredients, keep the dressing separate until ready to serve to maintain crisp texture.

What substitutions can I make in Food Network's Butternut squash risotto?

This recipe utilizes approximately 12 ingredients across 16 steps. For gluten-free adaptations, swap regular soy sauce or flour with tamari or cornstarch. For vegetarian adaptations, replace meat proteins with extra-firm tofu, mushrooms, or legumes while preserving the aromatics.

Where can I watch the video tutorial for Butternut squash risotto?

The official cooking video by Food Network is embedded directly on RecipesMD, featuring video timeline scrubbing that jumps directly to each step, adjustable playback speeds, and Kitchen Mode.