Delicious Bacon & Mushroom Risotto Recipe
Bacon & Mushroom Risotto — a italian recipe (main course) with 10 ingredients. Source: edamam.com.
45
Total Time (min)
6
servings
491
Calories/serving
Medium
Difficulty
Ingredients
- 1 cup Arborio rice
- 4 slices bacon (chopped)
- 1 cup mushrooms (sliced)
- 1 small onion (finely chopped)
- 2 cloves garlic (minced)
- 4 cups chicken broth (warm)
- 1 cup Parmesan cheese (grated)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon thyme (dried)
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
6 steps
Cook the Bacon
In a large pan, cook the chopped bacon over medium heat until crispy.
Remove excess grease but leave some for flavor.Sauté Vegetables
Add the chopped onion and garlic to the pan and sauté until translucent.
Stir frequently to avoid burning.Add Mushrooms
Stir in the sliced mushrooms and cook until they are soft.
This should take about 5 minutes.Add Arborio Rice
Add the Arborio rice to the pan, stirring it to coat with the oil and mix with other ingredients.
Toast the rice for about 2 minutes.Gradually Add Broth
Start adding warm chicken broth one ladle at a time, stirring frequently until absorbed.
This process takes about 20 minutes.Finish with Cheese
Once the rice is creamy and al dente, stir in the grated Parmesan cheese.
Season with salt, pepper, and thyme if desired.
💡 Tips & Tricks
Storage & Reheating
Refrigerator
Up to 3 days in an airtight container
Freezer
Up to 2 months — thaw overnight in fridge
Reheat in a skillet or microwave until heated through.
What to Serve With
Complete your italian meal with these perfect pairings:
About This Dish
Delicious Bacon & Mushroom Risotto Recipe is a beloved dish from Italian cuisine. With a total preparation time of about 45 minutes, it makes for a satisfying weeknight dinner.
Italian cuisine is renowned worldwide for its emphasis on simple, quality ingredients and time-honored techniques. Each region of Italy has its own distinct culinary traditions, passed down through generations.
This recipe is rated medium difficulty and uses 10 ingredients. Intermediate cooks will enjoy the balanced challenge.
Frequently Asked Questions
It's best to use Arborio rice for its creamy texture, but you could try Carnaroli as an alternative.
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Nutrition Facts
6 serving(s) per recipe
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Values are approximate and may vary based on ingredients used.
