Orzo with Parmesan & Basil

Name: Orzo with Parmesan & Basil
Prep time: 5 min
Cook time: 15 min
Total time: 20 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: Europe, Italian
Ingredients: 1 cup uncooked orzo pasta or pearl couscous; 2 tablespoons butter; 1 can (14-1/2 ounces) chicken broth; 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese; 2 teaspoons dried basil; 1/8 teaspoon pepper; Thinly sliced fresh basil, optional

Total Time Prep/Total Time: 20 min.

Yield 4 servings

Test Kitchen Approved

Dried basil adds its rich herb flavor to this creamy and delicious skillet side dish that's table-ready in just minutes! —Anna Chaney, Antigo, Wisconsin

Ingredients

1 cup uncooked orzo pasta or pearl couscous
2 tablespoons butter
1 can (14-1/2 ounces) chicken broth
1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
2 teaspoons dried basil
1/8 teaspoon pepper
Thinly sliced fresh basil, optional

Directions

In a large cast-iron or other heavy skillet, saute orzo in butter until lightly browned, 3-5 minutes.
Stir in broth. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer until liquid is absorbed and orzo is tender, 10-15 minutes. Stir in the cheese, basil and pepper. If desired, top with fresh basil.

Nutrition Facts

1/2 cup: 285 calories, 10g fat (5g saturated fat), 26mg cholesterol, 641mg sodium, 38g carbohydrate (2g sugars, 1g fiber), 11g protein.

Dried basil adds its rich herb flavor to this creamy and delicious skillet side dish that's table-ready in just minutes! —Anna Chaney, Antigo, Wisconsin

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