Saffron Risotto

 

3 tbls olive oil

1 small onion

1/3 tsp saffron

1 pound bellino risotto

6 cups chicken stock

4 tbls grated paresiana reggiano cheese

Ground black pepper to taste

 

Directions

In one pot heat chicken stock to a light simmer, add saffron

In an 8 quart Dutch oven over medium high heat add olive oil

Sauté onion in olive till lightly brown

Add risotto and stir until evenly coated

Add ˝ the chicken stock

Reduce heat to a simmer stir continually

When broth is absorbed by the rice add more stock until all stock is gone.

Rice is done when al dente

Finish with parmesan and black pepper.