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 mins
Cook Time 1 hour hr 10 minutes mins
Total Time 1 hour hr 40 minutes mins
Course Entree
Cuisine Italian
Servings 4 servings
Calories 500 kcal
2 quart saucepan
large sauté pan
baking sheet
Vegetables
- 1 medium butternut squash
- 0.5 cups shallots, minced
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
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.
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