MEDITERRANEAN ORZO PILAF

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Provided by Linda Hoover

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 Tbsp butter
1 1/3 c orzo pasta, uncooked
2 1/4 c water
1/2 tsp chicken soup base
1/2 tsp dried italian seasoning
1/4 tsp fresh garlic minced fine
1 c fresh tomato chopped
1 c fresh spinach, chopped in thin strips
2 Tbsp kalamata (greek) olives, chopped
1/2 c crumbled feta cheese

Steps:

1. In large skillet over medium heat, melt butter; add RONZONI ORZO. Cook, stirring frequently, until golden brown, about 3 minutes.
2. Stir in water, bouillon and seasonings; heat to boiling, stirring to dissolve bouillon. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered 10 minutes.
3. Stir in tomato and spinach; cover. Cook 5 minutes or until almost all liquid is absorbed, STIRRING OCCASIONALLY to prevent sticking.
4. Stir in olives and feta cheese, if desired. 4 servings (about 1 cup each).