Snowy Day Risotto (White Risotto)

1. 1

   Dice the onions very finely; they should be about the same size as the grains of rice.

2. 2

   Place in a cold, heavy-bottomed saucepan with the oil and salt.

3. 3

   Stir to coat the onions in the oil, then place over medium heat.

4. 4

   Saute the onions for a minute or two until limp and just going translucent around the edges.

5. 5

   Increase the heat and dump in all the rice.

6. 6

   Stir to coat the rice with the oil, then continue stirring over medium-high heat for about two minutes, until the rice is toasted but not browned.

7. 7

   Add the wine and stir until completely evaporated.

8. 8

   Add 1 cup of hot stock, and stir well.

9. 9

   Lower heat to medium and cook until the liquid is almost fully absorbed, stirring frequently.

10. 10

    Continue to add stock, about 1/2 cup at a time.

11. 11

    Continue to stir the rice very frequently as it cooks.

12. 12

    When about 3 cups of stock have been added, taste the risotto.

13. 13

    The core of the rice grains should be al dente - not crunchy, but not mushy all the way through.

14. 14

    If they're still a little too firm, add more stock and keep stirring.

15. 15

    Season to taste with salt.

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    When the rice is done, remove from the heat and stir in the butter one piece at a time (add the next piece when one is fully melted), then the cheese and pepper.

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    Serve immediately in warm bowls, with more cheese on the side.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.