Basic Risotto Recipe

2 T. unsalted butter
2 T. olive oil
1/2 c. minced yellow onion
1 c. arborio rice
3 c. Chicken broth
2 t. kosher salt
freshly ground black pepper
freshly grated Parmesan cheese

1. Heat butter and oil in 10-inch quiche or deep pie dish, or 11"x 8 1/2" x 2" dish, uncovered, at 100% for 2 min. Add onions and stir to coat. Cook, uncovered, at 100% for 4 min. Add rice and stir to coat. Cook, uncovered, for 4 min. more.

2. Stir in broth. Cook, uncovered, at 100% for 9 min. Stir well and cook for 9 min. more.

3. Remove from oven. Let stand, uncovered, for 5 min. to let rice absorb remaining liquid, stirring several times. Stir in salt, pepper and Parmesan cheese.