Risotto Milanese

1. 1

   melt 1/2 of the butter over moderate heat in a large, heavy saucepan.

2. 2

   Add the chopped onion abnd cook, stirring occasionally, until the onion is soft and golden about 7 minutes.

3. 3

   Add the rice.

4. 4

   Stir well to coat the rice with the butter.

5. 5

   Sprinkle with the saffron threads.

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   Cook, stirring for 1 minute.

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   Increase the heat to moderately high.

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   Add 2 cups of the chicken broth (or just enough to cover the rice), stirring constantly.

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   When all of the broth has been absorbed, add approximately 1/2 cup more boiling broth, stirring until it is absorbed.

10. 10

    Repeat this procedure, adding 1/2 cups of broth until the rice is al dente.

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    Add broth at the end to adjust sauce.

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    Stir the remaining butter into the rice along with the freshly grated parmesan cheese.

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    Taste for seasoning, and serve hot from a large platter onto warmed plates.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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