Easy Orzo

Name: Easy Orzo
Ingredients: 3 Tablespoons Butter; 1-1/2 cup Orzo; 3 cups Chicken Broth; 1/2 cups Grated Parmesan Cheese; 6 Tablespoons Fresh Basil, Chiffonade; Salt And Pepper, to taste

6 ingredients

4 steps

Ingredients

3 Tablespoons Butter
1-1/2 cup Orzo
3 cups Chicken Broth
1/2 cups Grated Parmesan Cheese
6 Tablespoons Fresh Basil, Chiffonade
Salt And Pepper, to taste

Directions

1

First, melt butter in a skillet over medium-high heat. Add the orzo and saute for about 2 minutes, until slightly brown.
2

Add broth and bring to a simmer until orzo is tender and liquid is absorbed, about 15 minutes.
3

Right before serving, mix in parmesan and basil. Season to taste with salt and pepper.
4

Note: for a creamier variation of this recipe, try stirring in 2 tablespoons of plain yogurt thinned with a little milk.