ORZO WITH DRIED FRUITS AND NUTS

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Provided by Food Network

Categories     side-dish

Time 25m

Yield 12 stuffing portions

Number Of Ingredients 7

2 cups orzo
4 cups chicken broth
1/2 cup dried apricots, plumped in Port wine
6 tablespoons unsalted, butter
1/2 cup sliced almonds
Pinch sugar and cinnamon
Salt and pepper

Steps:

  • Cook 2 cups orzo in 4 cups chicken broth so that pasta absorbs flavor of broth. Transfer to a bowl. Chop apricots and fold into orzo. Melt 4 tablespoons butter until golden and add to orzo; season with salt and pepper.
  • Reheat, covered in 350 degree oven for 15 minutes or until hot. To create garnish: saute almonds in remaining 2 tablespoons of butter with a pinch of sugar and cinnamon; sprinkle over the stuffing when it comes out of the oven.

Jexii Khan
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This is a great recipe.


nicks stuff
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I love this recipe!


Brian Seakwa
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This is a delicious and easy recipe.


Brandy Smith
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This is a great recipe for a potluck or party.


Kia Ra
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I'm not a big fan of orzo, but this recipe changed my mind.


Blessing Ijoni
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This dish is a great way to get your kids to eat their fruits and vegetables.


Kimbugwe Ukasha
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I love this recipe! It's so flavorful and versatile.


Princess Fuseina
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This is a delicious and easy recipe. I will definitely be making it again.


Hannah Goodin
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I made this recipe for my family and they loved it! Even my picky kids ate it all up.


ITZ SOLOMON THOMAS
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This is a great recipe for a healthy and filling meal. The orzo is a good source of complex carbs, and the dried fruits and nuts are packed with vitamins and minerals.


Sneha Yasodarai
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I'm not a big fan of dried fruits, but I loved them in this dish. They added a nice sweetness and chewiness.


colleen Haynes
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This is a great recipe for a potluck or party. It's easy to make ahead of time and it's always a crowd-pleaser.


Oh Hey'Brian
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I love the combination of flavors in this dish. The sweetness of the dried fruits and the crunch of the nuts really complement each other.


Terni Qour
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This dish is a great way to use up leftover orzo. I had some leftover from a pasta salad I made the night before, and this was the perfect way to use it up.


Neo Mopane
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I'm not a big fan of orzo, but this recipe changed my mind. The dried fruits and nuts add so much flavor and texture that it's hard to resist. I'll definitely be making this again.


James Stovall
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This orzo dish is a great way to get your kids to eat their fruits and nuts. The sweetness of the dried fruits and the crunch of the nuts make it a fun and tasty dish that even picky eaters will enjoy.


Jana Istad
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I love this recipe! It's so versatile and easy to customize. I've made it with different types of dried fruits and nuts, and it's always delicious. It's also a great way to use up leftover orzo.


Zain Hamza
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This is a great recipe for a quick and easy weeknight meal. The orzo cooks in just 10 minutes, and the dried fruits and nuts add a lot of flavor without a lot of effort. I will definitely be making this again.


Neriah Guzman
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I made this recipe for a potluck and it was a hit! Everyone loved the unique flavor combination and the colorful presentation. I will definitely be making this again.


Boitshepo Moremi
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This orzo dish was a delightful surprise! The combination of dried fruits and nuts added a sweet and crunchy contrast to the savory orzo. I especially loved the chewy texture of the apricots and the nutty flavor of the walnuts.