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Butternut Squash Risotto with Prosciutto Wrapped Scallops

Butternut Squash Risotto with Prosciutto Wrapped Scallops

This Butternut Squash Risotto with Prosciutto Wrapped Scallops is a delicious Italian entree that combines creamy risotto with savory scallops.
Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour 10 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 40 minutes
Course Entree
Cuisine Italian
Servings 4 servings
Calories 500 kcal

Equipment

  • 2 quart saucepan
  • large sauté pan
  • baking sheet

Ingredients
  

Vegetables

  • 1 medium butternut squash
  • 0.5 cups shallots, minced

Rice

  • 8 ounces arborio rice

Liquids

  • 1 cup white wine
  • 2 cups chicken stock
  • 2 ounces heavy cream

Fats and Oils

  • 3 tablespoons butter
  • 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil

Seasonings

  • Salt to taste
  • Pepper to taste

Cheese and Nuts

  • 2 tablespoons Parmigiano Reggiano Cheese, finely grated
  • 0.25 cups pine nuts, roasted

Seafood

  • 12 large sea scallops
  • 12 slices prosciutto thin

Instructions
 

For the Risotto

  • Cut the squash in half lengthwise and remove seeds.
  • Brush the cut halves with 1 tablespoon of the olive oil and salt and pepper to taste. Place skin side down on a shallow baking sheet and roast in a 375 degree oven until soft, about 30 to 40 minutes.
  • Remove from oven, allow to cool and scoop out the meat and discard the skin. Put aside.
  • In heavy bottomed 2 quart saucepan, add the other 1 tablespoon of the olive oil and sauté the shallots until tender over medium-high heat.
  • Add the rice and stir to coat, about 3 minutes.
  • Add ½ cup of the wine at a time stirring constantly allowing each addition to be absorbed before adding the next.
  • Add the chicken stock the same way until the rice is creamy but still al dente. Set aside for about 10 minutes. There will be some stock left over.
  • In a second pan melt 2 tablespoons of the butter and add the cooked rice and the butternut squash, stir to combine.
  • Add the cream, the other 1 tablespoon of butter, the cheese, the pine nuts and salt and pepper and combine. If it is too thick add some of the remaining stock.

For the Prosciutto Wrapped Scallops

  • Wrap each scallop with one slice of the prosciutto.
  • Heat the oil in a large sauté pan over medium heat.
  • Pan sear, turning frequently until the prosciutto is slightly crisp and scallops are done. Do not overcook.

Plating

  • Place each serving in a large bowl and top with the scallops, sprinkle with more pine nuts for garnish.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 500kcalCarbohydrates: 60gProtein: 20gFat: 22gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 900mgFiber: 4gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 120IUVitamin C: 25mgCalcium: 15mgIron: 10mg
Keyword Butternut Squash Risotto, Comfort Food, Creamy Risotto, Italian cuisine, Prosciutto Wrapped Scallops, Seafood Dish
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