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Orzo with Parmesan & Basil

Contributed by : Jane Berthiaume
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Italian Recipes : Side Dishes

Simple ingredients and makes a great side dish or lunch.

Total Time

30 mins

Prepare Time

10 mins

Cook Time

20 mins

Recipe Servings

4

Ingredients of
Orzo With Parmesan & Basil

  • 2 tablespoons butter 
  • 1 cup uncooked orzo pasta 
  • 1 (14.5 ounce) can chicken broth (1 ¾ cups)  
  • 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese 
  • 1/4 cup chopped fresh basil 
  • Garlic powder, salt and pepper to taste 


How to Make
Orzo With Parmesan & Basil

  1. Melt butter in heavy skillet over medium-high heat. Stir in orzo and saute until lightly browned. 
  2. Stir in chicken stock and bring to boil. Cover. Reduce heat and simmer until orzo is tender and liquid is absorbed, about 15 - 20 minutes. 
  3. Mix in Parmesan cheese and basil. Season with garlic powder salt and pepper. Transfer to shallow bowl.