Creamy Parmesan Orzo Recipe

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Creamy Parmesan Orzo
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Directions:

  1. Heat butter in a medium saucepan over medium heat. Add orzo and cook 3 minutes, stirring constantly.
  2. Stir in broth and water; bring to a boil. Reduce heat and simmer until liquid is absorbed, and orzo is done, about 15 minutes.
  3. Remove from heat; stir in cheese, basil, salt and pepper. Sprinkle with pine nuts. Serve immediately.
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Nutrition Facts

Per ServingPer 100 g
Amount Per 1 Serving
Calories 159.14 Kcal (666 kJ)
Calories from fat 103.69 Kcal
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 11.52g 18%
Cholesterol 16.91mg 6%
Sodium 358.95mg 15%
Potassium 129.67mg 3%
Total Carbs 8.62g 3%
Sugars 1.39g 6%
Dietary Fiber 0.77g 3%
Protein 7.1g 14%
Vitamin C 0.3mg 0%
Iron 0.3mg 2%
Calcium 124.8mg 12%
Amount Per 100 g
Calories 70.5 Kcal (295 kJ)
Calories from fat 45.94 Kcal
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 5.1g 18%
Cholesterol 7.49mg 6%
Sodium 159.03mg 15%
Potassium 57.45mg 3%
Total Carbs 3.82g 3%
Sugars 0.62g 6%
Dietary Fiber 0.34g 3%
Protein 3.15g 14%
Vitamin C 0.1mg 0%
Iron 0.1mg 2%
Calcium 55.3mg 12%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
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Tastes

  • salty
  • savory
  • bitter
  • sweet
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Weightwatchers Points

  • 4
    Points
  • 4
    PointsPlus

Good Points

  • saturated fat free,
  • low cholesterol

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