Best Herbed Orzo Pilaf Recipes

HERBED ORZO PILAF

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Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Time 35m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 0

Ingredients

Steps:

Saute 1 chopped onion and 1 thyme sprig in butter over medium heat until golden; season with salt. Increase the heat to medium high; add 1 cup orzo and toast 2 minutes. Add 2 cups chicken broth and bring to a simmer. Reduce the heat to medium low, cover and cook until the orzo is tender, 15 minutes. Stir in some chopped dill. Top with sour cream and paprika.

HERBED ORZO PILAF (CROWD SIZE)

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Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories Side Dish

Time 40m

Yield 16

Number Of Ingredients 9

Ingredients

1 package (16 ounces) rosamarina (orzo) pasta
1/4 cup pine nuts
2 tablespoons olive or vegetable oil
2 cloves garlic, finely chopped
1 1/2 cups sliced mushrooms (4 ounces)
8 medium green onions, sliced (1/2 cup)
2 cups sliced roma (plum) tomatoes
1/4 cup shredded fresh or 1 tablespoon dried basil leaves
1/2 teaspoon salt

Steps:

Cook and drain pasta as directed on package.
Meanwhile, in 12-inch skillet, cook nuts over medium heat 2 to 3 minutes, stirring constantly, until toasted. Remove from skillet.
Add 1 tablespoon of the oil and the garlic to skillet. Cook and stir over medium-high heat 1 minute. Stir in mushrooms and onions. Cook about 2 minutes, stirring occasionally, until crisp-tender.
Stir in tomatoes, pasta, basil, salt and remaining 1 tablespoon oil. Cook over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until heated through. Spoon into serving dish; sprinkle with nuts.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 135, Carbohydrate 25 g, Cholesterol 0 mg, Fat 1/2, Fiber 2 g, Protein 4 g, SaturatedFat 1 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 80 mg