Saffron Risotto with Cumberland Sausage

- 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.
- Prepare the sausages: Remove the casings and crumble the sausage meat into chunks. Sauté in a little olive oil until browned, then set aside.
- Build the base: In the same pan, add the diced onion and garlic. Cook gently until soft and fragrant.
- Add saffron & spice: Stir in saffron, chilli flakes, parsley, and chives. Mix well.
- Toast the rice: Add the arborio rice and cook for 1–2 minutes until glossy.
- 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.
- Combine & finish: Stir in the cooked sausage pieces, mascarpone, and a generous handful of parmesan. Mix until creamy and smooth.
- 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.