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Do you love sprouts? If so then you must try this sprout and bacon risotto, it's a perfect way to use them up this Christmas!

Sprout and Bacon Risotto

Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings 2 people

Ingredients
  

  • 10-12 sprouts quartered
  • 6 rashers bacon chopped
  • 1 onion chopped
  • 1 clove of garlic
  • 160 g risotto rice
  • 2 pinches grated nutmeg
  • 30 g Parmesan cheese grated (plus extra for serving)
  • 2 pints chicken stock
  • white and black pepper seasoning
  • truffle oil for drizzling (optional)

Instructions
 

  • Add a small amount of oil to a pan and on a medium heat cook the garlic and onions until soft.
  • Add the rice and a small amount of stock to the pan and stir until it has absorbed into the rice.
  • Add the sprouts and some more stock and continue to stir.
  • Add the cheese, nutmeg and season with white and black pepper.
  • Keep adding the stock until the rice goes soft and stir at all times.
  • Cook the bacon in a separate pan, and add to the risotto.
  • Drizzle with truffle oil and some parmesan cheese.
  • Serve and enjoy!