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Leek, Bacon, & Pea Risotto

Leek, Bacon, & Pea Risotto

Ingredients

  • 2 leeks, white and light green parts only
  • 12 cups, chicken broth
  • 4 slices bacon, cross cut
  • 2.5 cups arborio rice
  • 1 cup dry white wine
  • 3/4 cup frozen peas
  • 1/2 cup finely grated parmesan, (plus more to serve)

Instructions

  1. Halve leeks lengthwise, rinse thoroughly. Pat dry, slice thinly.
  2. In a sauce pan, bring broth to a simmer.
  3. In a large dutch oven, cook bacon, until lightly browned, but not crisp. Add leeks, cook until softened. Increase heat to med-high. Add rice, and cook untril translucent around edges.
  4. Add wine and stir until absorbed. Add 1 cup broth, reduce heat to medium, and stir until absorbed. Repeat until rice is al-dente and creamy.
  5. Stir in peas.
  6. Remove from heat, stir in parmesan, cover, and let stand for 2 minutes. Season with lemon juice, salt, and pepper.

Notes

  • From Everyday Food.
  • NOTE: probably should cut in half.