Pumpkin and bacon risotto

This is how to prepare pumpkin and bacon risotto, a creamy and intensely scented autumn first course.

Risotto with pumpkin and bacon is a typical dish of the Italian tradition of northern Italy , perfect for the colder seasons thanks to its enveloping flavors and its creamy consistency. The meeting between the sweetness of the pumpkin and the flavor of the bacon creates an irresistible balance of taste, capable of conquering even the most demanding palates.

Ideal for a family lunch or a dinner with friends, this risotto combines simplicity and refinement. Preparing it is easy and with just a few ingredients you can obtain a rich and satisfying first course. The important thing is to follow all the steps carefully.

How to prepare the pumpkin and bacon risotto recipe

1. Start by preparing the vegetable broth . You can use either the granular one or make it with carrots, onion and celery. This broth will be used for cooking and must be used boiling.
2. Dice the bacon and keep it aside.
3. Finely slice the shallot and brown it in a pan with a drizzle of oil . Then add the bacon, letting it cook for a few minutes, until it releases the fat.
4. In the meantime, clean the pumpkin and cut it into cubes of about 1 cm then add it to the other ingredients together with the rice. We recommend using a slightly watery pumpkin such as butternut, mantovana or delica.
5. Add the rice and add the wine , allowing it to evaporate.
6. Cook the risotto by adding a little broth at a time as the previous one is absorbed. From the first point of boiling it will take 16-18 minutes depending on whether you prefer it al dente or well cooked.
7. Finally, season with salt , season with pepper and, away from the heat, stir in butter and parmesan. Serve after letting it rest for 2 minutes.

Here is a video with all the steps. As you can see there is nothing separating you from your new favorite risotto.

If you like the combination of these two ingredients, we recommend you also try the pumpkin and bacon pasta , quicker but equally delicious.

Conservation

You can keep the pumpkin and bacon risotto in the refrigerator for a maximum of 2 days . Heat it in a pan or in the microwave before serving.

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