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Saffron Risotto with Cumberland Sausage

Risotto with Cumberland Sausages
  • 2 Portions
  • 40 mins
  • Easy
  • Lunch, Main
Ingredients
  • 1 pack Dewfresh Cumberland Sausages (8 pieces)
  • 1 onion, diced
  • 1 clove garlic, thinly sliced
  • A pinch of saffron
  • 1 teaspoon chilli flakes (optional, to taste)
  • 1 teaspoon parsley
  • 1 teaspoon chives
  • Olive oil
  • 1 kg arborio rice
  • Warm Chicken stock
  • A dollop of mascarpone cheese
  • Parmesan cheese, grated
  • Pea shoots (for garnish)
Method

A rich, golden risotto infused with saffron and packed with the bold, herby flavour of Dewfresh Cumberland Sausages. Creamy, comforting, and finished with a touch of mascarpone and parmesan — this dish is the perfect balance of indulgence and warmth.

  1. Prepare the sausages: Remove the casings and crumble the sausage meat into chunks. Sauté in a little olive oil until browned, then set aside.
  2. Build the base: In the same pan, add the diced onion and garlic. Cook gently until soft and fragrant.
  3. Add saffron & spice: Stir in saffron, chilli flakes, parsley, and chives. Mix well.
  4. Toast the rice: Add the arborio rice and cook for 1–2 minutes until glossy.
  5. Add the stock: Gradually ladle in warm chicken stock, stirring continuously until each addition is absorbed before adding more. Continue until the rice is tender and creamy.
  6. Combine & finish: Stir in the cooked sausage pieces, mascarpone, and a generous handful of parmesan. Mix until creamy and smooth.
  7. Serve: Top with extra parmesan and garnish with fresh pea shoots.

💡 Serving Tip: Fry small balls of Cumberland sausage meat to serve on top of the risotto for an added layer of texture.