Description
Indulge in the creamy delight of easy pea and bacon risotto, a dish that combines tender peas with crispy bacon for an irresistible flavor experience. This cozy meal is perfect for family gatherings or a comforting weeknight dinner. With its vibrant green color and rich aroma, it’s sure to impress everyone at the table. In just 30 minutes, you can whip up this delicious risotto that warms both the heart and belly!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup Arborio rice
- 4 slices thick-cut bacon, chopped
- 1 cup fresh peas (or frozen)
- 1 medium onion, finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 4 cups warm chicken broth
- ½ cup grated fresh Parmesan cheese
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 1 tbsp butter
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large pan over medium heat. Add chopped bacon and cook until crispy.
- Stir in onions and sauté until translucent (about 5 minutes). Add minced garlic and cook for an additional minute.
- Add Arborio rice, stirring frequently for about 2 minutes until slightly translucent.
- Gradually add warm chicken broth one ladle at a time, stirring continuously until absorbed (about 18-20 minutes total) until rice is al dente.
- Mix in fresh peas and grated Parmesan cheese until melted. Stir in butter before serving hot.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (200g)
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 52g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 14g
- Cholesterol: 30mg