Parmesan-Black Pepper Arborio Rice Pilaf

Ingredients

• 2 cups arborio rice rinsed
• 1 tablespoon butter 
• 1 teaspoon coarsely ground pepper 
• 1 quart chicken broth low-sodium
• 1 tablespoon olive oil 
• 1 small onion finely chopped
• 0.8 cup parmesan cheese grated
• 8 servings salt to taste

Equipment

• sauce pan

Directions

1. Heat butter and oil in a large saucepan over medium-high heat.
2. Add onion; saute until softened, 3 to 4 minutes.
3. Add rice; stir to coat. (Can turn off heat and let stand several hours.)
4. Add broth, cover, and bring to a simmer. Reduce heat to low and simmer, stirring occasionally, until stock is absorbed and rice is creamy and soft with a little "chew" at the center, about 12 minutes. Stir in cheese and pepper; add salt, if necessary.
5. Serve hot.