Beer Cheese Risotto with Bacon

March 19, 2013

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A creamy, cheesy risotto made with beer & topped with smoky bacon

4 cups of chicken broth
1 cup arborio rice
1 small onion, chopped
1 tbsp olive oil
1 tbsp butter
1 cup of beer + a splash (I would suggest a pale ale. I used Saranac Pale Ale in my risotto.)
4-5 slices of bacon
1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese + 1 tbsp butter
Salt & pepper

Pour the chicken broth into a large saucepan. Over medium-low heat, start to slowly heat the broth to a low simmer. Heat the butter and olive oil over medium heat in a large dutch oven. Once the butter is...
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Nutritions

Calories
561

Sodium
1432mg
59% DV

Fat
23g
36% DV

Protein
15g
31% DV

Carbs
67g
22% DV

Fiber
5g
23% DV