Plain Risotto

Description
Makes 6 servings.

Ingredients

 * 1 cup chopped onion
 * 1 tablespoon butter or margarine
 * 1 cup uncooked U.S. arborio or medium grain rice
 * 1/3 cup dry white wine
 * 2 cups chicken broth, divided
 * 3 cups water
 * 1/4 cup Parmesan cheese

Directions
Cook onion in butter until soft in large skillet over medium-high heat. Add rice and stir 2 to 3 minutes. Add wine; stir until absorbed. Stir in 1 cup broth. Cook, uncovered, stirring frequently, until broth is absorbed.

Continue stirring and adding remaining 1 cup broth and water, allowing each cup 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. Serve immediately.