Creamy Parmesan Orzo

Name: Creamy Parmesan Orzo
Prep time: 45 min
Cook time: 45 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4
Cuisine: Global
Ingredients: 0 teaspoons freshly ground black pepper; 1 Tbsp butter; 296 milliliters fat-free, less-sodium chicken broth; 2 Tbsps chopped fresh basil; 237 milliliters orzo; 28 grams 1/4 cup grated fresh Parmesan cheese; 4 teaspoons pine nuts, toasted; 0 teaspoons salt; 296 milliliters water

Creamy Parmesan Orzo might be a good recipe to expand your side dish repertoire. One portion of this dish contains roughly 8g of protein, 7g of fat, and a total of 209 calories. This recipe serves 4. A mixture of basil, water, less-sodium chicken broth, and a handful of other ingredients are all it takes to make this recipe so delicious. From preparation to the plate, this recipe takes about 45 minutes.

Instructions

Heat butter in a medium saucepan over medium heat.

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Butter

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Sauce Pan

Add orzo, and cook 3 minutes, stirring constantly. Stir in broth and water; bring to a boil. Reduce heat, and simmer until liquid is absorbed and orzo is done (about 15 minutes).

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Broth