Shrimp and Bacon Risotto

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   Heat a saucepan on medium heat.

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   Chop bacon slices and add to the pan, frying until crispy.

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   Remove with a slotted spoon and drain on a paper towel, leaving bacon drippings in the pan.

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   Measure one cup of rice and add to the pan, along with minced garlic.

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   Stir to toast rice, about 2-3 minutes.

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   Pour in one cup of white wine and turn heat down to a simmer, and allow rice to soak it up.

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   Add chicken stock one cup at a time, allowing rice to absorb it.

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   The easy way for me to do risotto is to pour enough liquid in so it is about 1/4 inch above the rice, let it absorb, then taste it for doneness.

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   If it is not soft, add another 1/2 to 1 cup.

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    Stir in shrimp (I used pre-cooked shrimp since I was pressed for timeusing raw shrimp and sauteing it in a bit of olive oil, wine and garlic before adding it to the risotto would deepen the flavor even more!)

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    and fold in bacon, reserving a few pieces for garnish.

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    Stir in parsley.

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    Serve immediately.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.