ORZO WITH BASIL AND PINE NUTS

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Orzo With Basil And Pine Nuts image

Provided by Colette Rossant

Categories     easy, quick, pastas, side dish

Time 20m

Yield Six to eight servings

Number Of Ingredients 5

3 tablespoons olive oil
2 ounces pine nuts
1 cup chopped fresh basil
Salt and pepper
1 pound orzo

Steps:

  • Heat the oil in a small saucepan. When the oil is hot, add the pine nuts and saute them over high heat for two to three minutes, until they are lightly golden. Turn off the heat; add the basil and salt and pepper to taste.
  • Set the sauce aside.
  • Bring two quarts of water to a boil; add a teaspoon of salt. Add the orzo and cook for 8 to 10 minutes until the orzo is tender. Do not overcook. Drain. Place the orzo in a large bowl, pour the sauce over the pasta and toss well.
  • Serve with the pot roast

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 304, UnsaturatedFat 8 grams, Carbohydrate 43 grams, Fat 11 grams, Fiber 2 grams, Protein 8 grams, SaturatedFat 1 gram, Sodium 168 milligrams, Sugar 2 grams

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