Risi e Bisi with Pancetta Recipe

Name: Risi e Bisi with Pancetta
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil; 1 medium onion, finely chopped; 2 ounces pancetta, coarsely chopped (1/2 cup); 1/4 cup chopped flat-leaf parsley; 2 1/2 quarts light chicken stock; Two 10-ounce packages frozen peas; 1 pound arborio or vialone nano rice; 1 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese, plus more for serving; 2 tablespoons unsalted butter; Salt and freshly ground pepper

Servings: persons

1
In a medium enameled cast-iron casserole, heat the olive oil until shimmering.
2
Add the onion and cook over low heat until softened, about 7 minutes.
3
Add the pancetta and 2 tablespoons of the parsley and cook for 5 minutes.
4
Add the stock, peas and rice and bring to a simmer over moderately high heat.
5
Cover and cook over moderately low heat until the rice is tender and most of the liquid is absorbed, about 20 minutes.
6
Stir in the 1 cup of Parmesan, the butter and the remaining 2 tablespoons of parsley and season with salt and pepper.
7
Ladle the rice and peas into shallow bowls and serve at once, passing more Parmesan at the table.

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* 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.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
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 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil, 1 medium onion, finely chopped, 2 ounces pancetta, coarsely chopped (1/2 cup), 1/4 cup chopped flat-leaf parsley, and more.

Yes, Risi e Bisi with Pancetta falls under the Meat & Poultry category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

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Risi e Bisi with Pancetta

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Variations & substitutions

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