Al: The two most important things about making risotto are using good quality arborio rice and the stirring! I use Rice Select arborio rice which is readily available in most supermarkets, in a clear plastic 36 oz. container. All of their rices are tasty!!
In medium pot (5 quarts or so), saute onion in the oil and butter for about 5-6 minutes over medium heat
Add rice and stir for about 4 minutes while maintaining the medium heat
Stir in 1 cup of the broth; continue cooking and stirring until the liquid is absorbed
Gradually stir in the next 3 cups of broth, 1 cup at a time: be sure liquid is absorbed before stirring in each next cup of broth
Add mushrooms and remaining 1.5 cups of broth and stir until liquid is absorbed
Add your milk/cream and parmesan, and stir until liquid is absorbed
Test for doneness! Rice should be firm but not crunchy. If still not cooked, add some additional broth until absorbed
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6-7 servings