Creamy Pancetta Rice in red dish with a spoon to the side.

Creamy Pancetta Rice

  • Servings
    8

Ingredients

  • ½ pound trimmed pancetta, diced
  • 1 large red onion, chopped
  • 1¾ cups half-and-half
  • 3 cups cooked rice
  • 1½ cups sweetened, dried cranberries
  • 1 cup pistachios, chopped
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ¼ teaspoon ground black pepper

Directions

  • Brown pancetta and onion in large skillet over medium heat, cook until onion begins to brown, about 8 minutes. Add half-and-half; bring to a boil. Remove from heat. Add rice, cranberries, pistachios, salt and pepper. Stir until well blended.

Recipe Notes

Lean bacon may be substituted for pancetta.

Nutrition Facts

  • Calories 355
  • Total Fat 15g
  • Cholesterol 34mg
  • Sodium 823mg
  • Carbohydrates 44g
  • Dietary Fiber 3g
  • Protein 13g