Bacon and Pea Risotto

Unbalanced

% Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet

Step 1

Add chicken stock and salt to a pot and bring to a simmer on medium-low heat.

Step 2

In a large pan, heat olive oil and add onion and cook until soft, about 4 minutes.

Step 3

Add garlic, thyme and arborio rice and stir. Toast the rice and continue to stir until the edges have started to become translucent, about 5 minutes.

Step 4

Add wine and continue to stir until it has evaporated.

Step 5

Start adding the chicken stock to the rice gradually. Allow the stock to absorb into the rice before adding more.

Step 6

Remove the pan from heat and add the bacon, sweet peas and smoked gouda.

Step 7

Stir until the peas have defrosted and the gouda has melted. Stir in butter and serve with fresh cracked pepper.