Creamy Rice with Lemon, Herbs, and Parmesan

Name: Creamy Rice with Lemon, Herbs, and Parmesan
Yield: 6 Servings
Ingredients: 4 quarts water; 2 cups arborio rice or medium-grain rice (12 to 13 ounces); 1 cup chopped onion; 1/2 cup chopped fresh parsley; 6 tablespoons (3/4 stick) butter, cut into small pieces, room temperature; 1/4 cup chopped fresh basil; 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice; 1 teaspoon grated lemon peel; 1 cup (packed) plus 2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese (about 3 ounces); Fresh basil sprigs

By Rozanne GoldPhotographer Scott Peterson

September 30, 2002

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