Name: Risotto Milanese-Style (Risotta alla Milanese)
Yield: Makes 6 servings
Ingredients: 6 cups chicken stock or low-sodium broth; 1/4 cup olive oil; 1 small onion, minced (about 1/2 cup); 2 1/2 cups Carnaroli or Vialone Nano rice; 3/4 tablespoon saffron threads, crumbled; 3/4 cup dry white wine; 5 tablespoons unsalted butter; 3 ounces freshly grated Parmigiano-Reggiano (about 3/4 cup); Salt and freshly ground black pepper; Beef marrow for garnish (optional)

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