MUSHROOM RISOTTO TO DIE FOR

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The best mushroom risotto I have ever tasted. Not at all stodgy and ideal for when having friends over. Quick to prepare so more time for socializing. Serve with a green salad and crusty bread.

Provided by Celestine

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 55m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

3 ounces butter
12 ounces rindless smoked streaky bacon
1 small onion, peeled and chopped
2 tablespoons olive oil
8 ounces mushrooms, halved
4 ounces chestnut mushrooms
13 ounces risotto rice
1 garlic clove, peeled and chopped
1/2 pint white wine
4 -6 cups chicken stock
3 ounces grated parmesan cheese, plus extra to garnish
3 tablespoons chopped basil

Steps:

  • Melt half the butter in a pan. Chop bacon and fry with the onion for five minutes. Transfer to a plate.
  • Add remaining butter and oil to the pan.Stir fry the mushrooms for five minutes. Transfer to a plate.
  • Add rice and garlic to pan. Cook for one minute. Add wine and bring to the boil. Simmer until the liquid is almost absorbed. Add remaining stock. Bring to the boil and simmer, stirring occasionally, until absorbed.
  • Return the bacon, onions and mushrooms to the pan. Heat until the rice is creamy. Stir in the cheese and basil. Serve garnished with basil leaves and extra parmesan.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 730.8, Fat 48, SaturatedFat 19.5, Cholesterol 86.6, Sodium 1013.3, Carbohydrate 31, Fiber 0.8, Sugar 5.4, Protein 19.7

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