Oven-Baked Bacon and Pea Risotto

Meanwhile, peel and grate the garlic (or use a garlic press).

Once the bacon has cooked, add the garlic to the pan and cook for 30 secs.

Add the risotto rice to the bacon. Stir and cook until the edges of the rice are translucent, 1-2 mins.

Stir in the chicken stock paste and boiled water for the risotto (see pantry for amount). Season with salt and pepper.

Bring back up to the boil, then pop a lid on the pan (or cover with foil) and bake on the middle shelf of your oven until the rice is cooked and the water has been absorbed, 20-25 mins.

When the risotto is cooked, remove it from the oven, then stir in the peas and spinach until piping hot and wilted, 1-2 mins.

Mix the pesto, hard Italian style cheese and butter (see pantry for amount) into the risotto until melted and well combined.

Taste and season with salt and pepper if needed. TIP: Add a splash of water to loosen the risotto if needed.