ORZO WITH PEAS, DILL, AND PANCETTA

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Provided by Bon Appétit Test Kitchen

Categories     Pasta     Pork     Side     Sauté     Low Fat     Quick & Easy     Low Cal     Pea     Summer     Healthy     Shallot     Dill     Bon Appétit     Sugar Conscious     Dairy Free     Peanut Free     Tree Nut Free     Soy Free

Yield Makes 6 side-dish servings

Number Of Ingredients 7

1/2 pound orzo (rice-shaped pasta)
3 ounces pancetta (Italian bacon), chopped (about 1/2 cup)
1/2 cup chopped shallots (about 4)
1 cup shelled fresh peas or frozen petite peas, thawed
5 tablespoons chopped fresh dill, divided
1 cup low-salt chicken broth
1 tablespoon Sherry wine vinegar

Steps:

  • Cook orzo in large saucepan of boiling salted water until tender but still firm to bite, stirring occasionally. Drain.
  • Meanwhile, sauté pancetta and chopped shallots in heavy large skillet over medium-high heat until brown, about 4 minutes. Add peas and 4 tablespoons chopped dill; stir to coat. Add chicken broth and boil until reduced by half, about 4 minutes. Add Sherry wine vinegar; boil 1 minute. Add orzo to skillet; stir to coat. Season to taste with salt and pepper. Transfer to medium bowl; sprinkle with remaining 1 tablespoon chopped dill. Serve warm or at room temperature.

Wiki 571
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This is a great recipe for a weeknight meal. It's quick and easy to make, and it's also very affordable.


Shemsa Bint shaban
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I love that this recipe is so versatile. I've made it with different types of pasta, vegetables, and even different types of meat. It always turns out great.


David Cortez
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This is one of my go-to recipes when I'm short on time. It's quick and easy to make, and it's always delicious.


MOUDUD PRODHAN PRODHAN
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I made this recipe for a party and it was a huge hit! Everyone loved it.


Sandra Blinks
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I'm not a huge fan of dill, but I still really enjoyed this dish. The other flavors were so good that the dill didn't bother me.


Shahriar Sajjad
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This is a great recipe for a quick and easy lunch or dinner. It's also very affordable.


Wajahad Jakhro
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I love the combination of flavors in this dish. The pancetta, peas, and dill all work together perfectly.


David Ruth
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This recipe is a keeper! I'll definitely be making it again and again.


Florence Morobane
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I've made this recipe several times and it's always a hit. It's a great dish to serve at parties or potlucks.


Laraib Laraib
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This dish is a great way to sneak some vegetables into your kids' diet. My kids loved the peas and didn't even notice the spinach.


Kassem ztr
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I'm not a big fan of orzo, but this recipe changed my mind. The orzo was cooked perfectly and the flavors were amazing.


Dhogu Maanii
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This is one of my favorite recipes. It's so flavorful and satisfying.


TC2 Manager
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I would definitely recommend this recipe to anyone who is looking for a quick, easy, and delicious weeknight meal.


Asio Carol
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This dish is a great example of how simple ingredients can come together to create something truly delicious.


Mukissa Calleb
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I was a bit skeptical about the combination of pancetta and peas, but it actually worked really well. The smokiness of the pancetta balanced out the sweetness of the peas.


sheikh faird
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This orzo dish is a great way to use up leftover vegetables. I always have a few odds and ends in my fridge, and this recipe is a great way to use them up.


Bianca Joshua
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I love that this recipe is so versatile. I've made it with different types of pasta, vegetables, and even different types of meat. It always turns out delicious.


Aiden Wallace
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This dish is perfect for a weeknight meal. It's quick and easy to make, and it's also very affordable.


Ish Jonathan
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I was pleasantly surprised by how easy this recipe was to follow. Even though I'm not a seasoned cook, I was able to make this dish without any problems.


nathan beach
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This orzo dish was a hit with my family! The pancetta added a lovely smoky flavor, and the peas and dill brightened up the dish. I will definitely be making this again.