Robb's Risotto with Four Cheeses

Directions

1. 1
   Peel and mince the onion.
2. 2
   Cut the fontina and Gorgonzola cheeses into 1/4-inch dice (1 cup each).
3. 3
   Bring the chicken stock (or chicken broth and 3 cups water) to a boil; cover and keep warm.
4. 4
   Heat 4 tbsp.
5. 5
   butter in a large soup kettle.
6. 6
   Add the onions and saute until softened, approximately 4 minutes.
7. 7
   Stir in rice and saute until translucent and coated with butter, 1 to 2 minutes.
8. 8
   Add 1/2 cup hot stock and, stirring continuously, simmer until liquid completely evaporates, approximately 1 minute.
9. 9
   Stirring continuously, repeat with the remaining stock, adding 1/2 cup at a time.
10. 10
    Add more stock only after previous additions have been absorbed.
11. 11
    Continue to cook, stirring and adding hot stock, until the rice is creamy and just tender, 20 to 25 minutes.
12. 12
    Off heat, stir in the remaining butter, cheeses, and 1 tsp.
13. 13
    pepper.
14. 14
    Serve immediately.