INGREDIENTS
1 tbsp
olive oil
6
thinly sliced pancetta or prosciutto (optional)
2 cups
sliced or chopped mushrooms (button, crimini, oyster and/or shiitake all work)
2
medium cloves garlic, minced
1 1/2 cups
arborio rice
1/4 cup
dry white wine
5 cups
vegetable or chicken broth
1 tsp
dried thyme or 3-4 thyme sprigs (fresh)
1/2
lbs asparagus, trimmed and chopped
1 tsp
kosher salt
1 tsp
ground pepper
1 tsp
truffle oil* ((optional) )