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Parmesan Risotto with Peas and Bacon

Creamy Parmesan Risotto takes the most traditional risotto recipe and adds vibrant peas and crispy bacon. Sauteed in rendered bacon fat, this rice packs a flavor punch!

Prep Time
10 mins
Cook Time
10 mins
Total Time
40 mins
Servings: 4
Calories: 593 kcal
Course: Side Dish
Cuisine: Italian

Ingredients

  • 8 strips bacon , cut into 1/2 inch strips
  • 2 large shallots
  • 12 ounces frozen peas
  • 1 1/2   cups arborio
  • 5   cups chicken broth
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 cup Parmesan Cheese

Instructions

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  1. In a large skillet, cook bacon over medium-high heat until cooked, but not crispy, approximately 10 minutes. Using a slotted spoon, remove bacon while reserving bacon fat in pan. 
  2. Add shallots and arborio rice, browning for 4-5 minutes. 
  3. At the same time, bring 5 cups of chicken broth to a simmer over low heat in a separate saucepan.
  4. Ladle one cup of simmering broth into arborio and stir. Cook until absorbed. Continue to add 1 cup of simmering broth at a time, waiting until each addition is absorbed before adding the next, until all broth is gone. This process takes about 20-30 minutes. 
  5. Add bacon, frozen peas and salt, cooking for 3-4 minutes until fully warmed. 
  6. Lastly, stir in Parmesan cheese. Serve hot. 
  7. If you've tried this recipe, come back and let us know how it was! 

Nutrition Information

Calories 593kcal (30%) Carbohydrates 75g (25%) Protein 21g (42%) Fat 22g (34%) Saturated Fat 8g (40%) Cholesterol 37mg (12%) Sodium 1863mg (78%) Potassium 639mg (18%) Fiber 6g (24%) Sugar 5g (10%) Vitamin A 765IU (15%) Vitamin C 55.6mg (62%) Calcium 191mg (19%) Iron 5.4mg (30%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 4Serving

Amount Per Serving

Calories 593

% Daily Value*

Calories 593kcal 30%
Carbohydrates 75g 25%
Protein 21g 42%
Fat 22g 34%
Saturated Fat 8g 40%
Cholesterol 37mg 12%
Sodium 1863mg 78%
Potassium 639mg 14%
Fiber 6g 24%
Sugar 5g 10%
Vitamin A 765IU 15%
Vitamin C 55.6mg 62%
Calcium 191mg 19%
Iron 5.4mg 30%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.