LEMON DILL ORZO PILAF

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This is a recipe from the Chelsea Tea Room in Asheville North Carolina. I visited the Biltmore Estate and fell in love with the charming Biltmore Village! This recipe is fantastic and simple and reminds me of that wonderful vacation!

Provided by Theresa P

Categories     Lemon

Time 30m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

8 ounces uncooked orzo pasta
2 quarts water
2 chicken bouillon cubes
1 tablespoon unsalted butter
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 lemon, zest of, grated
1 tablespoon lemon juice
2 tablespoons chopped fresh dill or 1 tablespoon dried dill weed

Steps:

  • In a large pot, bring the water, chicken bouillon and 1 Tbs olive oil to a boil.
  • Add the orzo and cook for 8-10 minutes until tender.
  • Drain the orzo and rinse with plenty of cool water.
  • Shake of excess water and reserve orzo at room temperature.
  • In a large skillet, melt the butter over medium heat and add the other 1 Tbs olive oil.
  • Toss in the orzo, dill, lemon zest and salt and pepper to taste.
  • Mix to combine and add the lemon juice.
  • Toss to mix well and serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 303, Fat 10.8, SaturatedFat 3, Cholesterol 7.9, Sodium 384.8, Carbohydrate 43.3, Fiber 1.9, Sugar 1.4, Protein 7.8

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