In a large skillet, melt the butter over low heat.
Add the chopped onion and garlic, and cook gently for about 3 minutes until softened.
Stir in the Arborio rice, ensuring each grain is coated with butter, and cook for a few minutes until translucent.
Add half of the diced carrots and three-quarters of the chopped sage to the skillet.
Cook briefly with the rice.
Pour in the broth and bring to a gentle boil over medium heat, stirring constantly.
Cook the rice, stirring occasionally, for about 10 minutes.
Add the remaining carrots to the skillet and continue cooking the rice for another 15 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the liquid is absorbed, and the rice is creamy.
Stir in the remaining sage and season generously with pepper.
Cover the skillet and let the risotto sit off the heat for 3 minutes.
Finally, fold in the strips of Parma ham.
Serve the risotto hot, with grated Parmesan cheese on the side.
Notes / Tips / Wine Advice:
Wine Advice:
Pair this dish with a medium-bodied red wine like Chianti or Sangiovese to complement the richness of the Parma ham and the earthiness of the sage. Alternatively, a crisp and fruity Pinot Grigio would also be a good choice.