Creamy Pancetta Rice

Description
Makes 8 servings.

Ingredients

 * 1/2 pound trimmed pancetta, diced*
 * 1 large red onion, chopped
 * 1 3/4 cups half-and-half
 * 3 cups cooked rice
 * 1 1/2 cups sweetened, dried cranberries
 * 1 cup chopped pistachios
 * 1/2 teaspoon salt
 * 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper

Directions
Brown pancetta and onion in large skillet over medium heat, cook until onion begins to brown, about 8 minutes. Add half-and-half; bring to a boil. Remove from heat. Add rice, cranberries, pistachios, salt and pepper. Stir until well blended.