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Parmesan and Basil Orzo
 
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Prep Time: 5 Minutes
Cook Time: 25 Minutes
Ready In: 30 Minutes
Servings: 12
This is a great recipe....tastes great and it is so quick and easy to make! Plus it goes with a wide range of meats, making it a great weeknight side dish. This is from the cookbook June Fete Fare .
Ingredients:
1 1/2 cups orzo pasta, uncooked
3 tablespoons butter, melted
3 cups chicken broth
1/2 cup parmesan cheese, grated
1/4 cup plus 2 tablespoons fresh basil, julienne-sliced
salt & freshly ground black pepper
fresh basil sprig
Directions:
1. Saute the orzo in butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat, stirring constantly until golden. Add the chicken broth and bring to a boil. Cover, reduce heat, and simmer for 20 minutes or until the orzo is tender and the liquid is absorbed.
2. Stir in the Parmesan cheese, julienned-sliced basil, and salt and pepper to taste.
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