Mozzarella-And-Olive Orzo Recipe

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Mozzarella-And-Olive Orzo
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Directions:

  1. Cut 4 ounces mozzarella into thin strips;cut remaining cheese into cubes. Set aside.
  2. Cook orzo in a large saucepan according to package directions;drain and transfer to a large bowl.
  3. Heat butter and oil in saucepan over medium heat until butter melts;add onion, and saute until tender. Add celery;saute 5 minutes.
  4. Stir in flour and saute 3 minutes. Stir in broth and next 3 ingredients. Cook 5 minutes, stirring constantly.
  5. Stir broth mixture, cheese cubes, olives and salt into orzo; spoon into a lightly greased shallow 3 qaurt baking dish. Arrange cheese strips on top.
  6. Bake uncovered at 350 for 45 minutes or until slightly crisp on top.
  7. For Vegetarian use Vegetable Broth.
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Nutrition Facts

Per ServingPer 100 g
Amount Per 1 Serving
Calories 126.3 Kcal (529 kJ)
Calories from fat 76.18 Kcal
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 8.46g 13%
Cholesterol 8.88mg 3%
Sodium 255.35mg 11%
Potassium 145.41mg 3%
Total Carbs 9.98g 3%
Sugars 2.39g 10%
Dietary Fiber 1.65g 7%
Protein 2.99g 6%
Vitamin C 4.6mg 8%
Iron 0.2mg 1%
Calcium 49mg 5%
Amount Per 100 g
Calories 95.56 Kcal (400 kJ)
Calories from fat 57.63 Kcal
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 6.4g 13%
Cholesterol 6.72mg 3%
Sodium 193.19mg 11%
Potassium 110.02mg 3%
Total Carbs 7.55g 3%
Sugars 1.81g 10%
Dietary Fiber 1.25g 7%
Protein 2.26g 6%
Vitamin C 3.5mg 8%
Iron 0.1mg 1%
Calcium 37mg 5%

* 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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Recipe Tags

Weightwatchers Points

  • 2.9
    Points
  • 3
    PointsPlus

Good Points

  • saturated fat free,
  • low cholesterol

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