Cook the risotto and leave it to cool at room temperature. Freeze in a rigid plastic container for up to 3 months. Defrost in the fridge overnight before reheating or place frozen risotto in the oven in a covered dish to heat through gently at 180°C for 20-30 minutes until piping hot.

Do risottos freeze well?

While risotto really is at its best when it's fresh, if you do happen to have leftover, it will be fine in the refrigerator. ... Avoid freezing risotto: It's actually best not to freeze risotto. Cooked rice can become hard when frozen, and the texture of the risotto could get a bit grainy.

Does mushroom risotto freeze well?

Mushroom Risotto is best eaten fresh or refrigerated, never frozen. Freezing risotto will change its texture – the risotto won't be as firm or creamy and the mushrooms will become soggy.