Butternut Squash Risotto with Bacon and Sage

Ingredients

• 4 ½ cup(s) homemade or canned chicken broth, may need a small amount more
• salt and pepper to taste
• ½ cup(s) fresh grated parmigiano reggiano cheese - more if desired
• 1 ½ cup(s) arborio rice or risotto rice
• 2 cup(s) diced butternut squash
• 2 medium shallots, minced or 1 small onion, chopped (approximately ¼ cup)
• 4 slice(s) turkey bacon, cut into thirds - regular bacon can be used as well
• + 2 more ingredients
• • 1 tablespoon(s) crushed sage leaves, adjust to taste
  • 2 tablespoon(s) olive oil

Heat broth over medium heat, keep warm. Heat oil in medium saucepan. Add sage and bacon. Sauté for 5 minutes stirring occasionally - it will become fragrant. Transfer to a paper towel. Add shallots or onion to the pan, stirring until softened, approximately 3-5 minutes. May need to add a sma...

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