Orzo with Parmesan & Basil

Delicious side dish in lieu of potatoes or rice.

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Orzo with Parmesan & Basil

Yield: 4-6

Author: Best of Bridge

Prep time: 10 MinCook time: 20 MinTotal time: 30 Min

The pasta that looks like rice - great with chicken or fish.

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Ingredients

• 3 Tablespoons Butter
• 1 ½ cup Orzo Pasta
• 3 cups Chicken Or Vegetable Stock
• 6 Tablespoons Fresh Basil (or 2 Teaspoons Of Dried)
• ½ cups Freshly Grated Parmesan
• Salt And Pepper, to taste

Instructions

1. Melt the butter over medium high heat. Add the orzo and saute for several minutes, until the orzo starts to become golden brown. Add the broth, cover and simmer for about 20 minutes, or until the orzo has absorbed all of the broth. Remove from heat, add the basil and parmesan, and season with salt and pepper to your liking. Add more parmesan if you want it to be really gooey and cheesy.
2. For a creamy dish, try stirring in 2 tbsp plain yoghurt thinned with a little milk.

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