Bacon & Mushroom Basil Pesto Risotto
with Cherry Tomatoes & Parmesan
- Milk
- Soy
- May contain traces of allergens
- Milk
- Wheat
- Gluten
This flavour-packed risotto literally works its magic in the oven. Using classic Italian flavours we all know and love, it's a recipe that never fails to please.
Ingredients
1 packet
sliced mushrooms
1 packet
diced bacon
(May be present: Soy, Milk.)
2 clove
garlic
1 packet
silverbeet
1 packet
snacking tomatoes
Ā½
lemon
1 packet
risotto-style rice
(May be present: Wheat, Gluten, Soy.)
1 packet
chicken stock pot
1 packet
Basil Pesto
(Contains: Milk;)
1 packet
Parmesan Cheese
(Contains: Milk;)
Not included in your delivery
olive oil
2 cup
water
20 g
butter
(Contains: Milk;)
Utensils
Cooking Steps
ā¢ Preheat oven to 220Ā°C/200Ā°C fan-forced. ā¢ In a large frying pan, heat a drizzle of olive oil over high heat. Cook sliced mushrooms and diced bacon, breaking up with a spoon, 6-8 minutes.
ā¢ Meanwhile, finely chop garlic. ā¢ Roughly chop silverbeet. ā¢ Halve snacking tomatoes. ā¢ Slice lemon into wedges.
ā¢ To the frying pan, add risotto-style rice and garlic and stir to coat. Add the water, chicken stock pot and snacking tomatoes. ā¢ Stir to combine then remove from the heat. Transfer risotto mixture to a baking dish cover tightly with foil and bake until the liquid has been absorbed and the rice is āal denteā, 24-28 minutes. ā¢ When risotto is ready, stir through basil pesto, Parmesan cheese, silverbeet, a good squeeze of lemon juice and the butter, until combined. ā¢ Stir through a splash of water to loosen risotto if needed. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
ā¢ Divide bacon and mushroom basil pesto risotto between bowls. ā¢ Serve with any remaining lemon wedges. Enjoy!
Customer reviews
Review summary
Updated on Feb 2026- Flavour:Ā Many loved the depth and combination of flavours, though some found it needed more seasoning or pesto for a stronger taste.
- Ease of prep:Ā Customers praised the simple oven-baked method as a game-changer, making risotto much easier than traditional stovetop stirring.
- Suggestions:Ā Several suggested adding chicken or extra bacon for more protein, while others recommended feta cheese for added flavour.
- Leftovers:Ā Some enjoyed leftovers for lunch the next day, though a few noted reheated risotto wasn't quite as good as fresh.
- Cooking tips:Ā Several found better results cooking on the cooktop rather than the oven, with some needing to adjust liquid or cooking time.
