How to Make Risotto with Asparagus and Bison Bacon - A Step-by-Step Guide

When it comes to comfort food, risotto is always a top contender. This creamy, flavorful dish is a staple in Italian cuisine and is versatile enough to be paired with a wide range of ingredients. One particularly delicious combination is risotto with asparagus and bison bacon. The earthy flavors of asparagus complement the smoky, slightly sweet taste of bison bacon, creating a mouthwatering dish that is sure to impress even the most discerning palates.

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Ingredients

  • 1 pound asparagus spears, trimmed
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 tablespoon butter
  • 1 cup chopped onion
  • 1 ⅓ cups uncooked Arborio or long-grain rice
  • 4 cups chicken broth
  • ¼ teaspoon black pepper
  • 8 ounces bison bacon
  • ½ cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese

Information

  • Prep Time: 15 mins
  • Cook Time: 35 mins
  • Additional Time: 5 mins
  • Total Time: 55 mins
  • Servings: 8
  • Yield: 8 servings

  • Preheat oven to 400 degrees F. Place asparagus in single layer in a 15x10x1-inch baking pan. Drizzle with olive oil. Bake, uncovered, for 8 minutes or until crisp-tender. Cool slightly. Cut into bite-size pieces; set aside.
  • Melt butter over medium heat in a large saucepan. Cook onion in hot butter for 4 to 5 minutes or until tender. Add rice. Cook and stir for 2 minutes. Carefully stir in broth and pepper. Bring to boiling; reduce heat. Simmer, covered, for 20 minutes (do not lift lid).
  • Meanwhile, cook bison bacon, 1/2 at a time, over medium heat in a large skillet for 5 to 6 minutes per batch or until crisp, turning occasionally. If necessary, drain on paper towels. Transfer to a cutting board. Cool slightly; chop into bite-size pieces.
  • Remove saucepan from heat. Stir in asparagus. Let stand, covered, for 5 minutes. Stir in bison bacon pieces and Parmesan cheese.
  • Nutrition

    237 cal.

    • Total Fat: 5g
    • Saturated Fat: 2g
    • Cholesterol: 25mg
    • Sodium: 579mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 35g
    • Dietary Fiber: 2g
    • Total Sugars: 2g
    • Protein: 12g
    • Vitamin C: 5mg
    • Calcium: 76mg
    • Iron: 2mg
    • Potassium: 215mg