Celery Apple Risotto With Crispy Pancetta Recipe

Name: Celery Apple Risotto With Crispy Pancetta
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 14 ounces low sodium chicken broth cans, or stock; 1 cup celery diced, about 4 stalks; 1/2 cup onion diced; 3 apples diced; 2 cups arborio rice; 1 1/2 tablespoons butter; 1 tablespoon olive oil; 4 cloves garlic finely chopped; 1/8 cup parmesan reggiano cheese shredded; 3 ounces pancetta diced; salt; pepper; 1/2 lemon; fresh chives

Servings: persons

14 ounces low sodium chicken broth cans, or stock
1 cup celery diced, about 4 stalks
1/2 cup onion diced
3 apples diced
2 cups arborio rice
1 1/2 tablespoons butter
1 tablespoon olive oil
4 cloves garlic finely chopped
1/8 cup parmesan reggiano cheese shredded
3 ounces pancetta diced
salt
pepper
1/2 lemon
fresh chives

1
In a small saucepan, pour chicken broth and simmer on medium heat.
2
In a large sauce pot, melt 1 Tbsp butter and oil together. Add diced onion, celery and two of the diced apples, and lemon juice.
3
Saute on medium heat for 5-10 minutes, until onions and celery are soft. Add minced garlic and continue to stir.
4
Add arborio rice to large sauce pot and stir until well mixed. Slowly add chicken broth 1/2 to 1 cup at a time, stirring constantly.
5
Continue to mix with each addition of chicken broth, until all liquid is incorporated (25-30 minutes total).
6
When all liquid is absorbed and rice is just past al dente, remove from heat and all Parmesan reggiano cheese and remaining butter and stir. Add remaining finely diced apple and stir thoroughly. The risotto will be done when it no longer can absorb additional liquid.
7
Add salt and pepper to taste.
8
Cook diced pancetta over medium heat, and place cooked pancetta on paper towel to absorb excess grease.
9
Plate risotto, and top with chopped chives and pancetta crumbles.

650

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Preheat the oven fully and bake on the middle rack for the most even results.
Check for doneness a few minutes early — a toothpick in the center should come out with just a few moist crumbs.
Let it cool before slicing so it sets properly and holds its shape.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 14 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 14 ounces low sodium chicken broth cans, or stock, 1 cup celery diced, about 4 stalks, 1/2 cup onion diced, 3 apples diced, and more.

Yes, Celery Apple Risotto With Crispy Pancetta falls under the Baking & Desserts category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3–5 days. For longer storage, freeze for up to 3 months — no need to refrigerate or reheat.

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Celery Apple Risotto With Crispy Pancetta

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