Asparagus Risotto

Makes 6 servings.
==Ingredients==
* 1 pound fresh asparagus 
* 1 teaspoon salt 
* 1 cup chopped Onion 
* 1 clove garlic, minced 
* 1 tablespoon vegetable oil 
* 1 cup uncooked U.S. arborio or medium grain rice 
* 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley 
* 1/3 cup grated Romano Cheese 
* salt to taste (optional) 
==Directions==
# Wash asparagus and cut off tough stalk ends. 
# Boil in large saucepan in salted water 3 minutes. 
# Drain, reserving cooking liquid; cut off asparagus tips. Set aside. 
# Cook Onion and garlic in oil in large skillet over medium-high heat. 
# Add rice; stir 2 to 3 minutes. 
# Stir in 1 cup reserved asparagus liquid. 
# Cook, uncovered, stirring frequently, until liquid is absorbed. 
# Continue stirring and adding remaining asparagus liquid and enough water to bring total amount of liquid added to 5 cups, allowing each to be absorbed before adding another. rice should be tender and mixture should have a creamy consistency. It will take approximately 25 to 30 minutes. 
# Stir in asparagus, parsley, Cheese and salt, if desired. 
== Asparagus Risotto Videos ==
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