Cheesy Carbonara Risotto

By Grammie926

Per serving: 323 calories; 12.1 g protein; 15.6 g fat; 33.6 g carbohydrates; 0.9 g dietary fibre.

Ingredients

• 1 cup rice
• 2 1/4 cups water
• 1 teaspoon butter
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 pound lean bacon strips, chopped
• 1 cup sliced mushrooms
• 1/2 package (250 g) light cream cheese, cubed
• 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
• 1/3 cup boiling water (optional)

Preparation

Step 1

1. Combine rice, water, butter, and salt in a medium saucepan; bring to a boil over high heat. Stir, cover, and simmer over medium low heat for 15 minutes. Remove from heat and let stand, covered, for 5 minutes.

2. Meanwhile, heat a large nonstick frypan over medium heat and saute bacon until almost crispy. Drain excess fat. Add mushrooms; saute 5 minutes, or until mushrooms are softened.

3. Add rice to bacon and mushrooms. Stir in cheeses. If desired, add boiling water for added creaminess. Serve immediately. Makes 4 cups.