Directions:
- Melt butter in skillet over medium high heat. Add orzo and saute 2 minutes, until slightly brown.
- Add broth and bring to a boil. reduce heat, cover and simmer until orzo is tender and liquid is absorbed, about 20 minutes. Mix in parmesan and basil. Season with salt and pepper.
- Variation: for a creamier pasta dish, add 2 T plain yogurt or whipping cream to the dish.
Nutrition Facts
| Amount Per 1 Serving | |||
| Calories | 175.9 Kcal (736 kJ) | ||
| Calories from fat | 113.45 Kcal | ||
| % Daily Value* | |||
| Total Fat | 12.61g | 19% | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cholesterol | 26.65mg | 9% | |
| Sodium | 671.15mg | 28% | |
| Potassium | 195.46mg | 4% | |
| Total Carbs | 8.48g | 3% | |
| Sugars | 1.35g | 5% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 1.39g | 6% | |
| Protein | 6.79g | 14% | |
| Vitamin C | 8.2mg | 14% | |
| Vitamin A | 0.1mg | 2% | |
| Iron | 2mg | 11% | |
| Calcium | 202.5mg | 20% | |
| Amount Per 100 g | |||
| Calories | 88.73 Kcal (371 kJ) | ||
| Calories from fat | 57.23 Kcal | ||
| % Daily Value* | |||
| Total Fat | 6.36g | 19% | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cholesterol | 13.44mg | 9% | |
| Sodium | 338.55mg | 28% | |
| Potassium | 98.6mg | 4% | |
| Total Carbs | 4.28g | 3% | |
| Sugars | 0.68g | 5% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.7g | 6% | |
| Protein | 3.42g | 14% | |
| Vitamin C | 4.2mg | 14% | |
| Iron | 1mg | 11% | |
| Calcium | 102.1mg | 20% | |
* 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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