Learn how to make an elegant Italian risotto with peas, crescenza, and pancetta.

Risotto piselli, crescenza e pancetta croccante

Indulge in the exquisite flavors of Italian cuisine with our Spring Pea Risotto with Crescenza and Crispy Pancetta. This refined dish combines the freshness of peas and the creaminess of crescenza, offering a delightful texture contrast. Perfect for those seeking a delicious yet wholesome meal, this risotto is both easy and impressive.

Our recipe features a dual texture approach: some peas are blended into a velvety cream that envelops each grain of rice, while others remain whole for a refreshing bite. After toasting the rice and deglazing with white wine, we follow traditional methods with a classic butter and Parmesan finish. The unique touch? The sweet, slightly tangy crescenza paired with crispy pancetta cubes. Whether you’re looking for creamy risotto ideas or a classic with a twist, this pea and pancetta version will become a seasonal favorite.

Looking to customize this dish further? Try these tasty pea and rice variations to suit every palate.

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• Risotto with Peas, Pancetta, and Marjoram
• Risi e Bisi
• Risotto with Peas and Mint

Ingredients

• 320g of Carnaroli rice
• 150g of fresh peas
• 100g of crescenza cheese
• 80g of pancetta, diced
• 50g of butter
• 40g of grated Parmesan cheese
• 1 small onion
• 1 liter of vegetable broth
• 1 glass of white wine
• Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

1. In a pan, sauté the diced pancetta until crispy. Set aside.
2. In the same pan, add chopped onion and cook until translucent.
3. Add the rice, toast it for a few minutes, then deglaze with white wine.
4. Gradually add the hot vegetable broth, stirring continuously.
5. Blend half of the peas into a smooth cream and add to the risotto.
6. Continue cooking until the rice is al dente, adding more broth as needed.
7. Stir in the crescenza cheese, butter, and Parmesan. Season with salt and pepper.
8. Top with the remaining whole peas and crispy pancetta before serving.

Total Time: 40 min

Cuisine: Italian