Risotto Milanese

== Description ==
Makes 6 servings. 
== Ingredients ==
* 1 small onion, thinly sliced 
* 1 tablespoon butter or margarine 
* 1 cup uncooked U.S. arborio or medium-grain rice 
* pinch ground saffron 
* ½ cup dry white wine 
* 2 cups beef or chicken stock, skimmed of fat 
* 3 cups water 
* ¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese 
* salt and freshly ground white pepper (optional)
== Directions ==
# Cook onion in butter in large skillet over medium-high heat. 
# Add rice and saffron; stir 2 to 3 minutes. 
# Add wine; stir until absorbed. Stir in 1 cup stock. Cook, uncovered, stirring frequently, until stock is absorbed. 
# Continue stirring and adding remaining 1 cup stock and water, allowing each to be absorbed before adding another, until rice is tender and mixture has a creamy consistency. It will take approximately 25 to 30 minutes. 
# Stir in cheese, and salt and pepper, if desired.
Category:Italian Recipes
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