Risotto Bianco

This is the base to many a delicious risotto.

For 4-6 portions you need:
1 large onion, finely chopped
2 cloves garlic, crushed
50g butter
2 tbsp olive oil plus extra for the squash
250g risotto rice
1 litre veggie stock
125ml white wine
salt and pepper
100g Parmesan, grated

Fry the onion in the oil and butter till soft and translucent. Add the garlic and rice and cook for a further 2-3 mins till the rice is lightly toasted. Add the wine and bubble off. Then add the stock a ladle at a time till all absorbed and the rice is plumed up and delicious. Season and stir through a touch more butter. Serve with parmesan.