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Lemon Orzo
 
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Prep Time: 5 Minutes
Cook Time: 18 Minutes
Ready In: 23 Minutes
Servings: 1
Greek pasta is tossed with a warm, buttery blend of lemon and Parmesan.
Ingredients:
6 cups chicken broth
16 ounces uncooked orzo (rice-shaped pasta)
1/4 cup butter or margarine
2 tablespoons grated fresh lemon rind
2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
1 1/2 cups freshly grated parmesan cheese
1/2 teaspoon freshly ground pepper
garnish: freshly grated parmesan cheese
Directions:
1. Bring broth to a boil in a Dutch oven. Stir in orzo; cook, uncovered, 9 to 11 minutes or until tender, stirring occasionally to prevent sticking. Drain.
2. Melt butter in same pan over medium heat. Add hot cooked orzo, lemon rind, and next 3 ingredients. Stir gently just until cheese melts. Serve hot. Garnish, if desired.
3. Fix it Faster: Use refrigerated shredded Parmesan cheese.
By RecipeOfHealth.com