Instructions
STEP 1
Defrost the peas by placing them in a bowl of cold water for five minutes. Drain and set aside.
STEP 2
In a small frying pan, fry the bacon pieces in some olive oil until cooked. Once they’ve started to crisp up, set aside with the peas.
STEP 3
In a medium saucepan, fry the onion gently into the butter until softened.
Over medium heat, add the garlic and the risotto rice and cook for two minutes whilst stirring.
Add the white wine and stir until the liquid has been absorbed.
Slowly add the hot chicken stock 1/2 a cup at a time, stirring constantly and ensuring the liquid has been absorbed in between each addition.
STEP 4
To test whether the rice is ready, bite into a single grain - it should be soft but slightly al dente.
Add a little more chicken stock if a softer, more soupy consistency is preferred.
Finish off by stirring through the remaining butter, peas and bacon.
Taste and season with salt and pepper as required. Sprinkle some freshly grated parmesan to serve.