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Pumpkin Risotto in Edible Parmesan Bowls

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By: The Chunky Chefpublished: 10/21/2015

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Classic Fall flavors come together in this ultra creamy pumpkin risotto topped with fresh sage and a sprinkle of Parmesan… served in edible bowls!!

Pumpkin doesn’t have to always be in sweet dishes… kick it up a notch in this savory, flavorful and super creamy pumpkin parmesan and sage risotto!  As if that creamy deliciousness isn’t enough… I’ll show you how you can make incredibly easy and impressive laced parmesan edible bowls to serve the risotto in!

Pumpkin Risotto in Parmesan Bowls | Classic Fall flavors come together in this ultra creamy pumpkin risotto topped with fresh sage and a sprinkle of Parmesan... served in edible bowls!!Ahhhhh, how much do you love pumpkin?  I LOVE it, but not just in the traditional way.  Pumpkin pie, of course, is delicious, but I wanted to show you a way to use it in a great savory way.  Yay risotto!!

Laced Parmesan Bowls | Easy to make, yet incredibly impressive, these edible Parmesan bowls are amazing!

Now, if I told you those Parmesan bowls and plates are super easy to make… that you can make them in about 10 minutes… would you believe me?  Probably not lol… but seriously, they’re SO easy, and SO elegant looking!  Talk about dressing just about any dish up… these babies will do just that 🙂

But I’m getting ahead of myself… let’s talk risotto first. I love it, and usually don’t make it at home, it’s a “restaurant food”, much like Chicken Piccata used to be for me (check out how I made it a super easy weeknight meal HERE).

And while it does take some patience and stirring action, it’s not that it’s hard to make.  So don’t let risotto scare you.  If you can saute an onion, ladle liquids into a pot, and stir… guess what?  You can make risotto!

Pumpkin Risotto in Parmesan Bowls | Classic Fall flavors come together in this ultra creamy pumpkin risotto topped with fresh sage and a sprinkle of Parmesan... served in edible bowls!!

To start with, you’ll want to have the right kind of rice… risotto is traditionally made with arborio rice, which has super short grains (you can see them in the upper left image in the collage above).

Generally speaking, the shorter the grain of rice, the starchier it is, which is why the small grains are so perfect for risotto… it makes that thick and creamy sauce.  Around here, arborio rice wasn’t too expensive, and was readily available in my local grocery store, so it’s probably easier to find than you realize 🙂

Pumpkin Risotto in Parmesan Bowls | Classic Fall flavors come together in this ultra creamy pumpkin risotto topped with fresh sage and a sprinkle of Parmesan... served in edible bowls!!

As I mentioned, risotto does take some time to make… you can’t just dump it in a pot and walk away like regular rice dishes.  You have to babysit it a bit, but I actually like to do it because you can really see the risotto developing right before your eyes.

I adapted this recipe from Wolfgang Puck’s recipe, and wow is it ever good!  I used canned pumpkin, for the ease and availability, but if you want to, you could roast up a fresh pumpkin or even a butternut or acorn squash (just puree it after it’s been roasted).

The hardest part about making risotto is knowing when it’s done.  Cook it too long and you’ll end up with a mushy mess, but if you don’t cook it long enough you’ll have crunchy rice in a thin sauce.

You’re looking for an al dente doneness here, but if you want a great easy way to tell if your risotto is done, check out this post by The Kitchn!

Pumpkin Risotto in Parmesan Bowls | Classic Fall flavors come together in this ultra creamy pumpkin risotto topped with fresh sage and a sprinkle of Parmesan... served in edible bowls!!

Alright, let’s get to those edible bowls now shall we?  I made mine while I was cooking my risotto and it took about 10 minutes and zero hard work!  I stumbled across this method/recipe and just KNEW I had to try it.

Just grab some Parmesan cheese and spread it out on a foil lined baking sheet that’s been sprayed with cooking spray.  Pop it in the oven for 5-10 minutes, watch it carefully so it doesn’t burn or get too golden brown, and then let it cool for about 20 seconds or less.  Carefully drape the cheese over a small inverted bowl (or ramekin).  As it cools, it will conform around the bowl shape and be a perfectly elegant edible bowl!

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For the plates, I just let the baked Parmesan cool flat on the baking sheet.  I guarantee you will impress anyone you serve these to!!

Only you have to know how easy they were to make 😉  Plus, can you imagine the possibilities for these?  Break up some of the Parmesan plates into chips to put on top of your favorite soups or even on a Caesar salad!

Pumpkin Risotto in Parmesan Bowls | Classic Fall flavors come together in this ultra creamy pumpkin risotto topped with fresh sage and a sprinkle of Parmesan... served in edible bowls!!

I hope you all give this one a try… or any risotto really… just because it’s such a yummy dish, that isn’t as complicated as you may think it is 🙂

Pumpkin Risotto in Parmesan Bowls | Classic Fall flavors come together in this ultra creamy pumpkin risotto topped with fresh sage and a sprinkle of Parmesan... served in edible bowls!!

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Pumpkin Risotto in Parmesan Bowls | Classic Fall flavors come together in this ultra creamy pumpkin risotto topped with fresh sage and a sprinkle of Parmesan... served in edible bowls!!

Pumpkin Risotto

5 from 4 votes
Author: The Chunky Chef
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 35 minutes
Total Time: 45 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
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Classic Fall flavors come together in this ultra creamy pumpkin risotto topped with fresh sage and a sprinkle of Parmesan... served in edible bowls!!

Ingredients

  • 1/2 cup extra-virgin olive oil
  • 1 cup yellow onion finely diced
  • 1 Tbsp garlic minced
  • 2 cups arborio rice you want a starchy short grain rice for this dish
  • 1 cup dry white wine I used Chardonnay
  • 5-6 cups of warm chicken stock vegetable stock may be used
  • 1 - 1 1/2 cups canned pumpkin puree NOT pumpkin pie filling
  • 1/2 cup grated Parmesan
  • 1 tsp fresh sage minced
  • 4 Tbsp butter diced

Instructions

  • To a saucepan, add chicken stock and heat over LOW to MED-LOW heat to keep warm.
  • Add olive oil to another saucepan, and heat over MED heat.
  • Add garlic and onion and cook, stirring very often, until softened and fragrant (3 minutes or so).
  • Add dry rice and saute for 1 minute to coat the rice in the oil.
  • Deglaze the pan by adding the wine and stirring until most of the wine has cooked into the rice.
  • Ladle in about 2-3 cups of the warmed chicken stock (enough to cover the rice), and cook until almost all the liquid is absorbed. Stir very often!
  • Ladle in about 1 cup of the chicken stock, cook and stir until liquid has been absorbed.
  • Repeat with one more cup of the stock.
  • Taste to check for doneness. You're looking for a rice that is tender, but yet still has a slight bite to it (al dente). See notes section for helpful tips!
  • Reduce heat to LOW and stir in pumpkin, parmesan, sage and butter.
  • Serve in bowls, garnished with a sprinkle of parmesan and minced sage if desired.

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Chef Tips

** Recipe adapted from Wolfgang Puck's recipe
** For a great way to check if your risotto is done, try THIS smear test from The Kitchn

Nutrition Disclaimer

The Chunky Chef is not a dietician or nutritionist, and any nutritional information shared is an estimate. If calorie count and other nutritional values are important to you, we recommend running the ingredients through whichever online nutritional calculator you prefer. Calories can vary quite a bit depending on which brands were used.

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Laced Parmesan Bowls | Easy to make, yet incredibly impressive, these edible Parmesan bowls are amazing!

Edible Laced Parmesan Bowls

5 from 4 votes
Author: The Chunky Chef
Prep Time: 2 minutes
Cook Time: 5 minutes
Total Time: 7 minutes
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Easy to make, yet incredibly impressive, these edible Parmesan bowls are amazing!

Ingredients

  • Grated Parmesan cheese

Instructions

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees and line a baking sheet with foil. Spray liberally with cooking spray (you don't want your cheese to stick!).
  • Spread 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese out into a thin circle. Use your fingers to make sure it's in an even layer.
  • Bake for 5-10 minutes, until bubbly and just lightly golden brown. Watch it carefully!
  • Let cool on the baking sheet for 10-20 seconds, then use a spatula to carefully drape the cheese over a small inverted bowl.
  • Let cool.

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Chef Tips

** For bigger bowls, use more cheese.

Nutrition Disclaimer

The Chunky Chef is not a dietician or nutritionist, and any nutritional information shared is an estimate. If calorie count and other nutritional values are important to you, we recommend running the ingredients through whichever online nutritional calculator you prefer. Calories can vary quite a bit depending on which brands were used.

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  1. Michelle @ Blackberry Babe says

    Posted on 10/25 at 9:47 pm

    This is so clever! I love the bowls!

    Reply
    • The Chunky Chef says

      Posted on 10/28 at 3:14 pm

      Thank you Michelle!! 🙂

      Reply
  2. Indira says

    Posted on 10/24 at 9:10 pm

    This is so unbelievably cool! I actually have taco bowl molds so I’ve experienced the coolness of eating the bowl when I’m done with a meal lol. This is definitely a welcome addition to my rotation because I love risotto as well. Thanks for bringing it to FF!

    Reply
    • The Chunky Chef says

      Posted on 10/28 at 3:08 pm

      Thank you Indira!!! Ohhh taco bowl molds sounds super handy 🙂

      Reply
  3. Kaila (GF Life 24/7) says

    Posted on 10/24 at 11:48 am

    With so many pumpkin dish around this time of year, my sweet tooth has been satisfied, so I love your idea of making a savory dish. This looks fabulous! Happy FF, and have a wonderful weekend. 😀

    Reply
    • The Chunky Chef says

      Posted on 10/28 at 3:04 pm

      Thanks so much Kaila!! 😀

      Reply
  4. Julie is Hostess At Heart says

    Posted on 10/24 at 11:11 am

    Heavens girl this dish belongs in a 5 star restaurant! Gorgeous! I’ve made parmesan crisps for a fun twist to a fancy salad, but never though of the bowl. Amazing Amanda. That is what you are.

    Reply
    • The Chunky Chef says

      Posted on 10/28 at 3:03 pm

      Omg, thank you so much Julie!!! 😀 You are so sweet, and talented!

      Reply
  5. Cynthia says

    Posted on 10/23 at 10:59 pm

    Uhh wait so I get to eat the risotto AND the bowl? No dishes and a yummy meal? SIgn me up! Looks so amazing and the bowl looks so perfect AManda! THanks for sharing and happy FF!

    Reply
    • The Chunky Chef says

      Posted on 10/28 at 3:00 pm

      Thanks so much Cynthia!! 😀

      Reply
  6. Cathy Trochelman says

    Posted on 10/23 at 10:54 pm

    Oh I adore risotto! This one sounds so perfect for fall….and the edible bowls! Genius!

    Reply
    • The Chunky Chef says

      Posted on 10/28 at 2:59 pm

      Thanks so much Cathy! 😀

      Reply
  7. Nutmeg Nanny says

    Posted on 10/23 at 7:34 pm

    Ok so this is the cutest dish ever! Not only is the risotto awesome but it’s served in a parmesan bowl…yes please!

    Reply
    • The Chunky Chef says

      Posted on 10/28 at 2:59 pm

      Thanks so much!!! 😀

      Reply
  8. Liz says

    Posted on 10/23 at 6:18 pm

    Wonderful idea for the parmesan bowls, and I love risotto. This looks fabulous! I’ve pinned it.

    Reply
    • The Chunky Chef says

      Posted on 10/28 at 2:59 pm

      Thanks so much Liz! 😀

      Reply
  9. Judi Graber says

    Posted on 10/23 at 2:56 pm

    Risotto is a favorite for me just because you can make any version you want and add your favorite ingredients. I make the Parmesan bowls too and also make crackers to serve along with soup. Thanks for sharing with us… 🙂

    Reply
    • The Chunky Chef says

      Posted on 10/28 at 2:58 pm

      Oh yeah, risotto is so customizeable! 🙂

      Reply
  10. Dini @ The Flavor Bender says

    Posted on 10/23 at 9:35 am

    YUMMY!! I love Risotto and I LOVE parmesan bowls!! I have to admit I love making those bowls at home but it never usually makes it to the table because we finish eating them before it gets to the table! It’s SOOO addictive! Love the idea of serving Risotto inside them and the Pumpkin Risotto!! I am definitely going to try the Pumpkin risotto 🙂

    Reply
    • The Chunky Chef says

      Posted on 10/28 at 2:56 pm

      Thanks so much Dini!! I usually have to make an extra one so I can chow down on it while serving the other bowls lol 🙂

      Reply
  11. Sara @ Life's Little Sweets says

    Posted on 10/22 at 11:44 pm

    What an elegant dish, those parmesan bowls are easier to make than they look and what a great idea to do a pumpkin risotto! What a great Fall – or anytime recipe!

    Reply
    • The Chunky Chef says

      Posted on 10/28 at 2:54 pm

      Thanks so much Sara!! 🙂

      Reply
  12. Cookin Canuck says

    Posted on 10/22 at 6:38 pm

    I’ve made Parmesan bowls before, but only to serve salad in. What a great idea to use them for a risotto, particularly a pumpkin one!

    Reply
    • The Chunky Chef says

      Posted on 10/28 at 2:52 pm

      I love to use them for salads too 🙂

      Reply
  13. Renee - Kudos Kitchen says

    Posted on 10/22 at 8:45 am

    The risotto looks great but the Parmesan bowl really takes this presentation over the top! Nice!

    Reply
    • The Chunky Chef says

      Posted on 10/28 at 2:51 pm

      Thanks so much Renee! 🙂

      Reply
  14. Deb@ Cooking on the Front Burner says

    Posted on 10/21 at 11:05 pm

    I love the idea of putting the risotto in edible bowls!

    Reply
    • The Chunky Chef says

      Posted on 10/28 at 2:50 pm

      Me too Deb! 🙂

      Reply
  15. Erin @ Dinners, Dishes, and Desserts says

    Posted on 10/21 at 9:10 pm

    I love a creamy risotto! This pumpkin version sounds wonderful. And those Parmesan bowls are genius!

    Reply
    • The Chunky Chef says

      Posted on 10/28 at 2:48 pm

      Thank you Erin!! 🙂

      Reply
  16. Becky Hardin | The Cookie Rookie says

    Posted on 10/21 at 1:29 pm

    LOVE THESE!! The bowls are genius and perfection! Love the flavor combo…yum!

    Reply
    • The Chunky Chef says

      Posted on 10/28 at 2:47 pm

      Thank you Becky!! I can’t wait to make these bowls to have with just about everything 🙂

      Reply

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