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Risotto with Peas, Bacon and Parmesan

July 5, 2023 by Margaretha

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Indulge in the ultimate comfort food with this EASY and super versatile recipe for Risotto with Peas, Bacon, and Parmesan. With its creamy texture and rich flavours, this dish is a classic that never fails to satisfy. Whether you're craving a cosy weeknight dinner or looking to impress guests, this risotto recipe has got you covered.

Bacon and pea risotto with vibrant green peas, bacon, rocket leaves and shaved parmesan in a black bowl this recipe
Risotto with peas bacon and parmesan

Table of contents

  • What we love about this recipe
  • The basics of risotto
  • Convenient Kitchen tips and substitutes for this recipe
  • Bacon and Pea Risotto Recipe
  • More recipes like our Bacon and pea risotto

What we love about this recipe

This Risotto with peas, bacon and parmesan recipe is simply delicious and also incredible versatile. Once you understand the basics, you'll have a blank canvas to play with, allowing you to easily tweak and customize this recipe into a variety of simple and delicious dinner ideas.

This Bacon and pea risotto recipe is truly one of those "last-minute, what's-in-the-pantry" wonders that never fails to deliver on incredible flavour.

The basics of risotto

Understanding these easy basic steps below, will empower you to change this Risotto with peas, bacon and parmesan into many different recipes.

  1. Choose the right rice:

    The most important ingredient for risotto is the rice. Choose a short-grain rice, such as Arborio, Carnaroli or Vialone Nano. It can absorb the liquid slowly and release starch, giving the dish its creamy texture.

  2. Toast the rice:

    Before adding the liquid, toast the rice in a little bit of butter or oil. This will give the dish a nutty flavour and help to prevent the rice from becoming mushy.

  3. Use hot liquid:

    It’s important to use hot liquid when making risotto. This will keep the cooking temperature consistent and prevent the rice from becoming too starchy or too mushy.

  4. Stir constantly:

    To achieve a creamy texture, stir the rice constantly while adding the liquid. Only add more liquid once the previous liquid has been absorbed.

  5. Don’t overcook the rice:

    The perfect risotto should have a slightly firm centre, known as “al dente”. Overcooking the rice will result in a mushy texture and the loss of the rice’s flavour.

  6. Add cheese and butter at the end:

    Once the risotto is cooked, remove it from the heat. Add in grated Parmesan cheese and butter, stirring until fully melted and combined.

  7. Let it rest:

    Let the risotto rest for a few minutes before serving. This allows the flavours to meld and the dish to thicken slightly.

Convenient Kitchen tips and substitutes for this recipe

If you want to experiment with alternative ingredients in this Bacon and Pea Risotto, here are a few suggestions to give your risotto a unique twist:

  • Spinach: Instead of rocket leaves, you can use fresh spinach leaves. Simply replace the snow peas with an equal amount of spinach leaves. Add the spinach towards the end of the cooking process, stirring until wilted.
  • Chicken: If you prefer a heartier risotto, you can incorporate cooked chicken into the dish. Cook boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs separately, then shred or chop them into bite-sized pieces. Add the cooked chicken when stirring in the peas, allowing it to warm through in the risotto.
  • Mushrooms: For a rich and earthy flavour, substitute the snow peas with sliced mushrooms, such as cremini or shiitake. Sauté the mushrooms separately until they release their moisture and turn golden brown, then add them to the risotto during the final stages of cooking.
  • Asparagus: Another excellent alternative to snow peas is fresh asparagus. Trim the woody ends and cut the asparagus into bite-sized pieces. Blanch them in boiling water for a couple of minutes until slightly tender, then add them to the risotto towards the end of cooking.
  • Sun-Dried Tomatoes: For an added burst of tangy sweetness, chop sun-dried tomatoes and incorporate them into the risotto. Add them along with the peas and stir until heated through.
  • Chorizo: If Bacon and pea risotto isn't your thing, Replace the bacon with an equal amount of chorizo, about 100 grams. Remove the casing from the chorizo and cut it into small cubes or slices.

Bacon and Pea Risotto Recipe

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Risotto with vibrant green peas, bacon, rocket leaves and shaved parmesan in a black bowl

Risotto with Peas, Bacon and Parmesan


  • Author: Margaretha @myconvenientkitchen
  • Total Time: 35 minutes
  • Yield: 4 1x
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Ingredients

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  1. 1 ¼ litres Chicken or Vegetable stock
  2. 200g Snow peas, trimmed and string removed and cut in half
  3. 2 tbs Olive oil
  4. 1 Brown onion, finely chopped
  5. 100g Bacon, cut into strips
  6. 2 cloves of Garlic, crushed
  7. 2 cups Arborio rice
  8. ½ cup Dry white wine
  9. ½ cup Finely grated parmesan cheese
  10. 30g Butter, cubed
  11. 120g Rocket
  12. Salt and pepper, to taste
  13. 1 Lemon, juiced


Instructions

  1. Place stock in a saucepan, cover and bring to the boil over high heat. Cook peas in the boiling stock for 2 minutes or until crisp-tender. Remove the peas from the stock with a slotted spoon, rinse with cold water and drain. Reduce heat to low and simmer stock until required. 
  2. Heat oil in frying pan over medium heat. Add onion, bacon and garlic and cook, stirring, for 5 minutes or until the onion has softened. Increase heat to high, add rice and cook, stirring, for 1-2 minute. Add wine, bring to the boil and boil for 1- 2 minutes or until wine is reduced by half.
  3. Add hot stock a ladleful at a time, stirring frequently, and cook until stock has been absorbed before adding more. Cook until rice is almost al dente (20-25 minutes). Stir in peas and remove from heat.
  4. Stir in cheese (reserving some for serving), butter, rocket and lemon juice. 
  5. Season to taste and serve with reserved parmesan cheese. 
  • Prep Time: 10
  • Cook Time: 25
  • Category: Rice
  • Method: Stirred
  • Cuisine: Italian

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