Orzo With Parmesan Cheese

A lovely side dish -- from "What's For Dinner" by Maryana Vollstedt. (Note: if you find your orzo sticking to the bottom of the pan after cooking, just remove from the burner and place on a hotpad with the lid on -- let it sit about 5 minutes, then stir.)

• Ready In: 28 mins
• Serves: 4

Ingredients

• 1  tablespoon butter
• 3  green onions, including some tender green tops, sliced
• 1  large garlic clove, minced
• 1  cup orzo pasta
• 2  cups  chicken stock
• 1⁄3 cup  freshly grated parmesan cheese
• 1⁄4 cup  chopped fresh parsley
•  salt and pepper

Directions

1. In a saucepan over medium heat melt butter.
2. Add onion and garlic, saute until vegetables are soft, about 5 minutes.
3. Stir in orzo.
4. Add chicken stock and bring to a boil.
5. Reduce heat to low and cook covered until liquid is absorbed, about 18 minutes.
6. Add cheese, parsley, salt and pepper.
7. Stir until cheese is melted.
8. Serve.