ORZO ALLA MILANESE

Orzo alla Milanese image

Provided by Francine Lizotte

Time 45m

Number Of Ingredients 9

1/2 c dry white wine
1/2 tsp saffron threads
6 c low-sodium chicken broth
2 Tbsp olive oil
2 Tbsp butter
1 1/2 c orzo pasta
freshly ground black pepper, to taste (i always use mixed peppercorns)
ground himalayan sea salt, to taste
1 c grana padano cheese, grated

Steps:

1. In a medium bowl combine wine and saffron; set aside for 10 minutes. In a medium pot over medium-low heat warm chicken broth, keeping it warm during the entire process.
2. In another medium saucepan over medium heat, add oil and butter. When it's hot and butter has melted, add orzo, stirring to coat and starts to soften slightly. Add wine mixture and stir until liquid is absorbed. Ladle ½ cup at a time of warm broth until liquid is absorbed between each addition.
3. Season with salt and pepper and add cheese; stir once again before serving immediately. Makes 4 servings
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