Orzo with Parmesan and Basil Recipe
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Orzo with Parmesan and Basil

By: DODIEPAJER  
"This is a simple recipe that everyone loves. For a quick Mediterranean macaroni and cheese, omit the basil. Easily doubled, too!"

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Prep Time:
10 Min
Cook Time:
20 Min
Ready In:
30 Min

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Original Recipe Yield 4 servings
 

Ingredients

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

Directions

  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 salt and pepper. Transfer to shallow bowl. Garnish with basil sprigs.

Nutritional Information open nutritional information

Amount Per Serving  Calories: 263 | Total Fat: 6.8g | Cholesterol: 18mg

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Reviewed on Jan. 6, 2004 by Lora 
This is one of the most perfect side dishes I have ever made. I do what the recipe states... MORE
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Reviewed on Mar. 21, 2008 by naples34102 
Hubby said, "Too much cheese"--yet cleaned his plate. I thought it was SO good, and wished he... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 4 stars. This recipe averages a 0 star rating.
Reviewed on Sep. 17, 2003 by SASHAYEGHI 
This is a yummy recipe! My husband was really impressed. However I had two concerns...it... MORE
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Reviewed on Jan. 10, 2006 by CARATAMB 
easy, pretty, and delicious! i used it as a side for salmon. I also added a chopped tomato... MORE
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Reviewed on Feb. 14, 2006 by Shea Failmezger 
I loved this recipe! I made a few changes, but I feel certain, that it would be delicious... MORE
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Reviewed on Jul. 21, 2006 by GRANNYLOOHOO 
I served this with Easy Focaccia from this website and a salad, and it was a perfect meal. The... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 4 stars. This recipe averages a 0 star rating.
Reviewed on Jul. 13, 2003 by Rebslo 
Easy to prepare and a nice taste. I used a whole box of orzo which was about triple the... MORE
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Reviewed on Jul. 8, 2007 by Renee Ridgeway 
Love, love LOVE this recipe!!! I'm so excited to have come across this one. It's such an easy... MORE
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Reviewed on Jul. 23, 2003 by NJSS2000 
I thought I bought fresh basil at the store this weekend, but somehow it didn't get home with... MORE
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Reviewed on Dec. 29, 2003 by TchrJrHi 
Wow. I followed this recipe to the T (which is a bit unusual for me). I really enjoyed the... MORE

 
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