ORZO WITH PARMESAN & BASIL

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Dried basil adds its rich herb flavor to this creamy and delicious skillet side dish that's table-ready in just minutes! Thanks to Anna Chaney of Antigo, Wisconsin for sharing her recipe.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 20m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 7

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

Steps:

  • In a large cast-iron or other heavy skillet, saute orzo in butter until lightly browned, 3-5 minutes. , 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 : Calories 285 calories, Fat 10g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 26mg cholesterol, Sodium 641mg sodium, Carbohydrate 38g carbohydrate (2g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 11g protein.

La'Niyah Edmond
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I made this last night and it was a hit! My family loved it.


Anees ur Rehman
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This recipe is a winner! It's easy to make and it's so delicious.


Rahim Ahmed
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I'm definitely going to try this recipe. It looks delicious!


Esther Santos
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This was a great recipe! Thanks for sharing.


Saim Rizwan
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This recipe is amazing! I've made it several times and it's always a crowd-pleaser.


Jeremiah Stikeleather
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This was a great recipe! It was easy to make and it tasted delicious. I will definitely be making this again.


saintpaul ubah
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I made this for dinner last night and it was a hit! My whole family loved it. The orzo was cooked perfectly and the sauce was creamy and flavorful. I will definitely be making this again.


Ali Wael
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This recipe is a winner! It's easy to make and it's so delicious. I love the combination of Parmesan cheese and basil. It's the perfect dish for a summer potluck.


Richard Jakaus
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This was a great recipe! The orzo was cooked perfectly and the sauce was creamy and flavorful. I added some grilled chicken to it and it was a complete meal. I will definitely be making this again.


Topajjol Topajjol
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So easy and delicious! I love that this recipe uses simple ingredients that I always have on hand. It's a great go-to recipe for a quick and easy weeknight meal.


Al Rahman
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This recipe is amazing! I've made it several times and it's always a crowd-pleaser. The orzo is cooked perfectly and the sauce is so flavorful. I highly recommend this recipe.


Riad Islam
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I made this last night and it was a hit! My family loved it. The orzo was cooked perfectly and the sauce was creamy and flavorful. I will definitely be making this again.


Jamisom Hatfield
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This orzo recipe is a keeper! It's so easy to make and it's absolutely delicious. I love the combination of Parmesan cheese and basil. It's the perfect dish for a quick and easy weeknight meal.