Fresh Asparagus Risotto - The Village Grocer

Ingredients

• 1/4 teaspoon ground white pepper
• 3 cups water
• 2 cups chicken broth
• 3 tablespoons butter or margarine, divided
• 1 pound fresh asparagus spears, diagonally sliced into 1-inch pieces
• 1/2 cup chopped onion
• 1 cup uncooked Rice Select Risotto Rice
• 1/3 cup dry white wine
• 1/2 cup heavy cream
• 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
• 1/2 teaspoon salt