Ingredients

2 tsp. virgin olive oil
1 small onion, chopped
1 C. Italian Arborio rice
2 C. vegetable stock
1/4 tsp. salt
pepper to taste
2 Tbsp. parmesan cheese, or Romano cheese
green onion, peas, sliced mushrooms, clams, shrimp, lean hamburger or chicken (optional additional ingredients)

Cooking Instructions

In a medium-sized nonstick saucepan, heat oil. Sauté onion until tender. Add other optional ingredients, as desired. Add rice. Cook until mixed, stirring, 2 or 3 minutes. Add stock and salt. Bring to a boil. Cover and simmer 20 minutes. Remove from heat. Turn rice into a warm dish. Season with pepper. Garnish with cheese.

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