RISOTTO WITH ASPARAGUS AND BISON BACON

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This recipe is a hearty take on the traditional risotto dish, complete with asparagus and bison bacon.

Provided by The Bison Council

Categories     Trusted Brands: Recipes and Tips     The Bison Council

Time 55m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 9

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

Steps:

  • 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 Facts : Calories 236.5 calories, Carbohydrate 35.2 g, Cholesterol 25.2 mg, Fat 5.3 g, Fiber 1.9 g, Protein 11.5 g, SaturatedFat 2.2 g, Sodium 578.7 mg, Sugar 2.4 g

Hazel Coonagh
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This risotto is a bit time-consuming to make, but it's definitely worth the effort. The flavors are incredible.


Mirza Soyab
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I've made this risotto a few times now and it's always a hit. It's a great dish to serve for a crowd.


New Fajar
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I'm not a big fan of bison bacon, but I still enjoyed this risotto. The asparagus was perfectly cooked.


oyunaa lut
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This risotto is a great way to use up leftover asparagus.


Sarah Burnett
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I would definitely recommend this risotto to anyone who loves asparagus and bacon.


mustafa balla
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This is a great recipe for a special occasion meal. It's sure to impress your guests.


sadia kawish
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The risotto was a bit too al dente for my liking, but the flavors were still good.


Halie Couch
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I found this risotto to be a bit bland. I think it needed more seasoning.


Fai Rose
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This risotto was a bit too creamy for my taste, but the flavors were still very good.


Udaya lama
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I love the combination of asparagus and bison bacon in this risotto. It's a unique and delicious dish.


Anamul Husain
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This risotto is a bit time-consuming to make, but it's definitely worth the effort. The flavors are amazing!


Sonali Barua
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I wasn't sure what to expect from this dish, but I was pleasantly surprised. The flavors were very well-balanced and the risotto was cooked perfectly.


Hooyo Macaan
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This was my first time making risotto and it turned out great! The recipe was easy to follow and the results were delicious.


Iram Sardar
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I've made this risotto a few times now and it's always a hit. The bison bacon adds a nice smoky flavor to the dish.


Wjahat Khan
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This risotto was a delightful experience. The flavors of the asparagus and bison bacon complemented each other perfectly, and the creamy texture of the risotto was divine. I highly recommend this dish to anyone looking for a flavorful and satisfying