OVEN BAKED LEEK AND BACON RISOTTO

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A one-pot risotto you don't need to stand over for half an hour.

Provided by Vicki Butts (lazyme)

Categories     Rice Sides

Time 45m

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 Tbsp olive oil
6 slice smoked bacon, roughly chopped
2 leeks, halved lengthways and finely sliced
250 g risotto
700 ml chicken broth
175 g frozen peas
3 Tbsp soft cheese
1 lemon, zsted

Steps:

  • 1. Heat oven to 200C/180C fan/ gas 6 (350F).
  • 2. Heat oil in an ovenproof casserole dish. Add bacon and fry for 2 minutes.
  • 3. Add the leeks and cook until soft, but not colored, for about 4-5 minutes.
  • 4. Add rice and cook for 1 minute more.
  • 5. Add broth. Cover and place in the oven for 20 minutes, stirring halfway during cooking time.

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