SAFFRON ORZO WITH ASPARAGUS

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Make and share this saffron orzo with asparagus recipe from Food.com.

Provided by chia2160

Categories     Vegetable

Time 20m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

2 tablespoons butter
1 1/4 cups orzo pasta
3 cups chicken broth
1/2 teaspoon crushed saffron
1 lb thin asparagus, sliced into 1/2 inch pieces
1/4 cup grated parmesan cheese, plus shavings for garnish
salt & pepper

Steps:

  • heat butter in skillet, add orzo and stir.
  • add broth and saffron, bring to boil, cover, reduce heat to simmer, cook 8 minutes add asparagus, cover, cook 5 minutes more.
  • uncover and simmer until liquid is absorbed.
  • stir in parmesan cheese, salt, pepper.
  • serve in a bowl garnished with shavings.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 218.1, Fat 6.4, SaturatedFat 3.5, Cholesterol 13.8, Sodium 483.6, Carbohydrate 29.9, Fiber 2.6, Sugar 2.3, Protein 10.5

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