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Carbonara Risotto

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🍚 Experience the rich, creamy texture of Risotto Carbonara, blending authentic Italian flavors with a luxurious, velvety sauce.
πŸ₯“ This dish features crispy pancetta and savory Genoa salami, delivering a perfect balance of smoky and salty notes in every bite.

  • Total Time: 1 hour 15 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings

Ingredients

– 1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil

– 4 ounces diced bacon

– 4 ounces diced Genoa salami

– 3 cups chicken stock

– 2 tablespoons butter

– 1 cup diced onions

– 1 tablespoon minced garlic

– A pinch of red pepper flakes

– 1 cup Arborio rice

– 1/4 cup white wine

– 2 egg yolks

– 2 tablespoons heavy cream

– 1/2 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese

– 1/2 cup freshly grated Romano cheese

– 2 tablespoons chopped Italian flat leaf parsley

– 1/2 teaspoon white pepper

– Salt to taste

Instructions

1-First, prepare all ingredients by dicing the onions, mincing the garlic, and cutting the bacon and Genoa salami into small pieces.

2-Heat the 3 cups of chicken stock in a separate pot and keep it warm, which is essential for the risotto’s creamy texture.

3-In a large pan, heat the 1 tablespoon of extra-virgin olive oil and sautΓ© the diced bacon and Genoa salami over medium heat until crispy; remove and set aside.

4-Add the 2 tablespoons of butter, 1 cup diced onions, 1 tablespoon minced garlic, and a pinch of red pepper flakes to the pan, cooking until the onions are translucent and aromatic.

5-Stir in the 1 cup of Arborio rice, coating it with the mixture, then add the 1/4 cup white wine and cook until it’s fully absorbed.

6-Gradually add the warm chicken stock, one ladle at a time, stirring continuously until each addition is absorbed, and continue for 15-20 minutes until the rice is creamy and al dente.

7-Remove from heat, then temper the mixture of 2 egg yolks and 2 tablespoons heavy cream with a bit of the hot risotto before stirring it back in to create a smooth sauce.

8-Finally, fold in the cooked bacon and salami, 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese, 1/2 cup grated Romano cheese, 2 tablespoons chopped Italian flat leaf parsley, 1/2 teaspoon white pepper, and salt to taste. Serve immediately, and if it thickens, loosen with extra stock or water.

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Notes

🍳 Temper egg yolks carefully with hot risotto to avoid scrambling.
πŸ₯“ Crisp bacon and salami separately for perfect texture before adding to the dish.
🍷 Use warm stock throughout to maintain cooking temperature and consistency.

  • Author: Brandi Oshea
  • Prep Time: 30 minutes
  • Cook Time: 45 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Simmering and stirring
  • Cuisine: Italian
  • Diet: Non-vegetarian

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving