Ingredients

  • 2 tablespoons butter
  • 2 tablespoons white onions, chopped
  • 340 g fresh green peas or 340 g frozen green peas
  • 170 g pancetta, chopped
  • 8 cups chicken stock
  • 3 12 cups arborio rice or 3 12 cups other risotto rice
  • 12 cup chopped parsley
  • salt and pepper
  • 1 cup grated grana padano or 1 cup parmesan cheese

Method

  • Melt 1 tbsp of the butter in a large skillet over medium heat.
  • Add the pancetta and saute until lighted crisped.
  • Add onion and saute until clear.
  • Stir in peas if using fresh and cook for 1 minute, then add chicken stock and bring to a boil.
  • Add the rice and parsley and peas (if using frozen) and simmer until the rice is cooked but still firm to the bite, about 10 - 14 minutes.
  • The mixture should still look dense, but with more liquid than a risotto.
  • Season to taste with salt and pepper.
  • Remove from heat and stir in remaining 1 tbsp butter and cheese.
  • Serve at once.