Orzo Risotto with Asparagus

Yield: 6 Servings
Categories: Pasta
2 1/2cGood chicken broth
2 1/2cWater
1lbUncooked orzo
2lbFresh asparagus; cut into 1" lengths
1tbOlive oil
3tbUnsalted butter; divided
1mdWhite onion; finely minced
4slProsciutto; trimmed of fat and sliced in thin strips , (up to 5)
2tbGood grated romano or parmesan
Salt (be careful) and pepper; to taste
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