Leek & Bacon Risotto

Leek & Bacon Risotto
  • Author: Anonymous

This creamy risotto is a comforting and flavorful dish that combines the smokiness of bacon, the sweetness of leeks, and the richness of Parmesan. Each bite is a harmony of textures and tastes, making it a satisfying meal perfect for any occasion.

— Constant Cookbook

Ingredients

  • 1½l chicken stock
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 4 streaky smoked bacon rashers, cut into pieces
  • 3 large leeks , chopped
  • 300g risotto rice
  • 125ml white wine
  • 50g grated Parmesan
  • 1 bunch chives , chopped

Instructions

  • Keep the stock hot in a saucepan. Heat the oil in another large pan and fry the bacon until crisp. Remove from the pan with a slotted spoon and set aside.
  • Stir in the leeks and soften for 5-7 mins. Add the rice and cook for 1 min. Pour in the wine and keep stirring until it is absorbed. Add the stock, one ladle at a time, stirring and waiting for the rice to absorb the liquid before adding more. Continue for about 20 mins until the rice is just cooked and the risotto has a creamy consistency. Season, then stir through the bacon along with most of the Parmesan and chives, saving a little of each to scatter over before serving.

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Cook Time

25M

Prep Time

PT10M

Yield

Serves 4

Nutrition

  • Calories: 445 calories
  • Fat Content: 13 grams fat
  • Saturated Fat Content: 5 grams saturated fat
  • Carbohydrate Content: 67 grams carbohydrates
  • Sugar Content: 7 grams sugar
  • Fiber Content: 6 grams fiber
  • Protein Content: 17 grams protein
  • Sodium Content: 1.81 milligram of sodium