Thyme-Scented Pilaf

Name: Thyme-Scented Pilaf
Ingredients: 2 tablespoons butter; 1/3 cup orzo pasta; 2 tablespoons chopped fresh thyme; 1 shallot, chopped; 1 clove garlic, finely chopped; 1 cup long-grain rice; 2 cups chicken stock

7 ingredients

5 steps

Ingredients

2 tablespoons butter
1/3 cup orzo pasta
2 tablespoons chopped fresh thyme
1 shallot, chopped
1 clove garlic, finely chopped
1 cup long-grain rice
2 cups chicken stock

Directions

1

Melt the butter in a medium pot over medium heat.
2

Add the orzo, thyme, shallots and garlic and cook until the orzo is golden brown and the shallots are softened, 3 to 4 minutes.
3

Stir in the rice, then add the chicken stock.
4

Bring to a boil, then reduce the heat and simmer, covered, for 18 minutes.
5

Fluff with a fork and serve.