Spring Pea and Leek Risotto with Bacon
Mixed Greens with Tomatoes
Ingredients
- 3 slices bacon, chopped
- 1 cup thinly sliced leek (white and light green parts only)
- ¾ cup gluten-free chicken broth
- ½ Tbsp gluten-free all-purpose flour
- 1 oz cream cheese (about 2 Tbsp)
- 1 (8.8-oz) pouch gluten-free microwavable jasmine rice
- ½ cup frozen green peas, thawed
- 2 Tbsp freshly shredded Parmesan cheese
Instructions
- Cook bacon in a large nonstick skillet over medium heat 6 to 8 minutes or until crisp. Remove bacon from skillet, reserving drippings in skillet.
- Rinse leek under cold water; pat dry. Cook leek in hot drippings 8 to 10 minutes or until browned, stirring occasionally.
- Whisk together broth and flour in a bowl. Add broth mixture to skillet; bring to a boil. Add cream cheese; stir until melted.
- Meanwhile, microwave rice according to package directions. Add rice, peas, and desired amount of salt and pepper to sauce; simmer 5 minutes or until thickened, stirring often. Remove from heat; stir in Parmesan. Sprinkle with bacon.
Side Dish Ingredients
- 2 Tbsp olive oil
- 1 Tbsp red wine vinegar
- 1 (5-oz) pkg mixed baby greens
- ½ cup grape tomatoes, halved
- 2 Tbsp chopped fresh parsley
Side Dish Instructions
- Whisk together oil, vinegar, and desired amount of salt and pepper in a bowl. Add greens, tomatoes, and parsley; toss.
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