Oven-Baked Mushroom & Bacon Risotto

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   Heat oven to 300 degrees F.

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   Place 2-qt.

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   casserole in oven to warm.

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   Meanwhile, cook bacon in large skillet on medium heat until crisp.

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   Remove bacon from skillet, reserving 1 Tbsp.

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   drippings in skillet.

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   Drain bacon on paper towels.

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   Add onions to drippings in skillet; cook and stir 3 min.

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   Add mushrooms; cook 10 min.

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    or until mushrooms release most of their liquid, stirring occasionally.

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    Add rice; cook and stir 1 min.

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    Stir in broth, thyme and pepper; bring just to simmer.

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    Remove from heat.

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    Crumble bacon; stir into rice mixture.

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    Spoon into warmed casserole; cover.

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    Bake 30 to 35 min.

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    or until rice is tender and most of the liquid is absorbed.

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    Add cheese; stir until melted.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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