ORZO WITH PARMESAN AND BASIL

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Categories     Pasta     Side     Sauté

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 7

2 tablespoons butter
1 cup uncooked orzo pasta
1 (14.5 ounce) can chicken broth
1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese (2 ounces)
1/4 cup chopped fresh basil (or 3tablespoons tube basil)
salt and pepper to taste
2 tablespoons chopped fresh basil

Steps:

  • 1. Melt butter in heavy skillet over medium-high heat. Stir in orzo and sauté until lightly browned. 2. Stir in chicken stock and bring to boil. Cover. Reduce heat and simmer until orzo is tender and liquid is absorbed, about 15 - 20 minutes. 3. Mix in Parmesan cheese and basil. Season with salt and pepper. Transfer to shallow bowl. Garnish with basil sprigs.

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