Easy Bacon and Pea Risotto

By brenie_shydee

Ingredients

• 6 strip(s)bacon
• 2 cup(s) chicken broth
• 2 cup(s) water
• 1 tablespoon(s)olive oil
• 2 cup(s) Arborio rice
• 1 cup(s) frozen peas
• 1/2 cup(s)grated Parmesan, plus more for garnish
• 1 teaspoon(s)grated lemon peel
• 1/2 teaspoon(s)salt
• 1/4 teaspoon(s)pepper, plus more for garnish

Preparation

Step 1

Microwave bacon on plate on high 7 minutes or until crisp; drain on paper towels, then roughly chop.

Meanwhile, in 2-quart saucepan, heat chicken broth and water to boiling on medium-high.

Mix olive oil and rice in 4-quart bowl. Microwave, uncovered, on high 1 minute. Stir in broth mixture. Cover with vented plastic wrap; microwave on medium 15 minutes or until most of broth mixture has been absorbed, stirring twice.

Stir in frozen peas; cook 2 more minutes, covered, or until creamy.

Stir in Parmesan, lemon peel, salt, pepper, and bacon. Garnish with Parmesan, lemon peel, and pepper.


Read more: Easy Bacon and Pea Risotto Recipe - Good Housekeeping
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