Sweet summer corn and crispy bacon take classic creamy risotto to another level in this Bacon & Corn Risotto...
When I think of comfort food, I automatically think of creamy risotto. Forget chicken noodle soup or mac 'n cheese (although I do love those too).
But if I am craving a warm bowl or plate of comfort, risotto is by far my go-to.
I love risotto for it's versatility as well. The arborio rice is like a blank canvas for whatever seasonal flavors or veggies happen to be plentiful and at their peak at that time. The flavor possibilities are endless! :)
Many people I know are intimidated by the whole cooking process of making risotto, but don't be! Once you have the technique down (and when I say technique, I mean scooping ladles of heated broth a little at a time into a large skillet- easy, right?), you will want to make risotto all the time.
This Bacon & Corn Risotto is a perfect dish for end of summer with it's combination of sweet, fresh corn (which is everywhere & cheap right now!) and smoky and salty bacon...
