Pumpkin and Hazelnut Risotto

Pumpkin and Hazelnut Risotto is a rich, comforting Italian-inspired dish that brings together sweet pumpkin, creamy risotto rice, fresh rosemary, sage and Parmesan, finished with toasted hazelnuts and crunchy pumpkin seeds. The pumpkin gently softens as the rice cooks, creating a naturally creamy texture, while the toasted nuts and seeds add a delicious contrast.
This Jam Eater recipe content pack is ideal for farm shops, delis, food retailers, cheese producers, vegetable growers, cookware brands and publishers looking for seasonal main-course content with strong customer appeal. The recipe uses familiar ingredients and traditional risotto techniques, with the clever addition of a Parmesan rind during cooking to create extra savoury depth and richness.
The recipe works especially well for autumn and winter food campaigns, pumpkin and squash promotions, Italian-inspired recipe collections, meat-free meal inspiration, cheese and dairy features, newsletters, retail recipe cards and short-form social media videos. The vibrant orange pumpkin, creamy rice, fresh herbs and toasted hazelnuts give the finished dish fantastic visual appeal, making it particularly effective for photography and video content.
Use this recipe to showcase a generous, comforting main course that celebrates seasonal ingredients and simple cooking techniques. Ideal for customer-facing content built around autumn cooking, pumpkin, cheese, nuts, family meals and delicious homemade food.