Greek-Style Lemony Rice and Orzo Pilaf With Feta

I sometimes add some grated Parmesan cheese also, my family loves this dish! :)

• Ready In: 25 mins
• Serves: 6-8

Ingredients

• 3 -4  tablespoons butter or 3 -4  tablespoons olive oil
• 1  small onion, chopped
• 1 -2  tablespoon  fresh minced garlic
• 1  pinch dried thyme or 1  pinch dried oregano
• 2  cups long grain white rice
• 1⁄4 cup orzo pasta
• 4  cups chicken broth
• 1⁄2 cup lemon juice (use fresh lemon juice if possible)
• 1 -2  teaspoon black pepper (to taste)
•  salt (to taste)
• 1⁄3 cup  crumbled feta cheese (optional or to taste)

Directions

1. In a medium saucepan melt butter over medium heat; add in onion, garlic and thyme, stir for about 3 minutes.
2. Add in the rice and orzo; cook stirring for 3 minutes.
3. Add in the broth and lemon juice; bring to a boil over medium heat.
4. Add in black pepper, reduce the heat to low and simmer covered for about 20-22 minutes or until the liquid has absorbed.
5. Transfer to a serving dish then sprinkle the feta on top (if using).
6. Delicious!