ORZO WITH PEAS AND MINT

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Categories     Mint     Pea     Orzo

Yield serves 4

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 cup orzo (Greek pasta)
2 tablespoons unsalted butter
1 shallot, minced (about 2 tablespoons)
Zest of 1 lemon
1 pound fresh peas, shelled, or 2 cups frozen peas
Coarse salt and freshly ground pepper
2 tablespoons freshly chopped mint

Steps:

  • Cook the orzo according to package directions. Melt the butter in a medium saucepan over medium heat. Add the shallot and lemon zest, and sauté until translucent.
  • Add the peas, and cook until bright green and tender, adding a little water if the shallots brown before peas are tender.
  • Add the cooked orzo, season with salt and pepper, and toss to combine. Remove from heat, and stir in the mint.

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