In a large saucepan melt 1 tablespoon butter over medium low heat.
Add the leeks and cook for 5 minutes, or until tender. Stir frequently.
Add the rice and toast for 3-4 minutes, stirring frequently.
Add the wine and stir frequently, until the liquid has absorbed.
Add a ladle of broth to the rice and stir frequently until the liquid has been absorbed. Repeat this process by adding 1 ladle of broth at a time. Once the broth has all been added, you will end up with a creamy rice mixture. This process takes about 15 minutes.
Stir in the cheese, 1 tablespoon butter, and black pepper. Serve warm, and enjoy!
Notes
When chopping the leeks, use the light green/white stalk (cut off the dark green pieces and the very bottom). Cut in half lengthwise and then into slices crosswise. Rinse well under water.
Purchase a small block of pecorino Romano cheese and grate it yourself. This will result in a smoother product, as pre-grated cheese has fillers which do not melt as well and may clump.
You may use any dry white wine. I used Pinot Grigio.
The cooking process will require constant attention. The rice will need to be stirred frequently to prevent the rice from sticking to the bottom of the pan.
I like to garnish this dish with a little fresh thyme.