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Orzo with Parmesan & Basil

4.9 | 17 Reviews
Total Time:Prep/Total Time: 20 min.

By Taste Of Home Editorial Team

Recipe by Anna Chaney, Antigo, Wisconsin

Tested by Taste of Home Test Kitchen

Taste of Home's Editorial Process

Updated on Sep. 13, 2023

Dried basil adds its rich herb flavor to this creamy and delicious skillet side dish that's table-ready in just minutes! —Anna Chaney, Antigo, Wisconsin

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Orzo with Parmesan & Basil

4.9 | 17 Reviews Add your review
Yield:4 servings
Prep:5 min
Cook:15 min
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Ingredients

  • 1 cup uncooked orzo pasta or pearl couscous
  • 2 tablespoons butter
  • 1 can (14-1/2 ounces) chicken broth
  • 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 2 teaspoons dried basil
  • 1/8 teaspoon pepper
  • Thinly sliced fresh basil, optional
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Directions

  1. In a large cast-iron or other heavy skillet, saute orzo in butter until lightly browned, 3-5 minutes.
  2. Stir in broth. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer until liquid is absorbed and orzo is tender, 10-15 minutes. Stir in the cheese, basil and pepper. If desired, top with fresh basil.

Nutrition Facts

1/2 cup: 285 calories, 10g fat (5g saturated fat), 26mg cholesterol, 641mg sodium, 38g carbohydrate (2g sugars, 1g fiber), 11g protein.
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