Orzo With Parmesan and Basil

Submitted by Abby Girl

"Great with chicken or fish"

 

• Ready In: 40mins
• Ingredients: 7
• Serves: 6

ingredients

• 3 tablespoons butter
• 1 1⁄2 cups orzo pasta
• 3 cups chicken broth
• 1⁄2 cup parmesan cheese
• 6 tablespoons basil, chopped (or 1-1/2 tsp dried)
• salt
• fresh ground pepper

directions

1. Melt butter in skillet over medium high heat. Add orzo and saute 2 minutes, until slightly brown.
2. 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.
3. Variation: for a creamier pasta dish, add 2 T plain yogurt or whipping cream to the dish.