Mushroom Risotto

Bahan-bahan (6 porsi)

• 4 cups unsalted chicken stock
• 3 tablespoons unsalted butter
• 3 strips thick-cut bacon (cut into bite sized pieces (about 3.5 ounces))
• 1 cup chopped shallot* (about 2 medium or 3 small)
• 16 ounces sliced cremini, baby bella mushrooms (or a mix of wild mushrooms, sliced)
• 2 cloves garlic (minced)
• 1 cup Arborio rice
• 1/2 cup dry white wine (such as Sauvignon blanc)
• 1/2 teaspoon saffron threads (I purchase mine at Trader Joe’s)
• 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme (or 2 teaspoons chopped fresh thyme)
• 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt (plus additional to taste)
• 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
• Water (as needed)
• 2/3 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese (plus extra for serving)