Butternut Squash Risotto with Crispy Pancetta
This simple and satisfying risotto was inspired by a dish from Wanda and Giovanna Tornabene's famed restaurant, Gangivecchio, in Sicily. You can substitute bacon and most types of winter squash (like delicata) for the ingredients used here. More Recipes With Squash
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Make Ahead
The pancetta and squash can be refrigerated overnight. Let return to room temperature before using.
Suggested Pairing
The inspiration for this dish came from a restaurant in Sicily, but the origins of risotto actually lie in northern Italy. That may be why Müller-Thurgau, a grape widely grown in the Trentino region, pairs so well with it. Müller-Thurgau produces straw-colored wines with a distinctive herb-citrus scent.