Creamy Parmesan Orzo
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- Number of Servings: 8
Ingredients
1 T. butter1 c. Orzo1 1/4 c. fat-free, less sodium chicken broth1 1/4 c. water1/2 c. grated fresh Parmesan cheese2 T. chopped fresh basil1/4 t. salt1/4 t. pepper1 T. pine nuts, toasted1 c. diced fresh asparagus
Heat butter in a medium saucepan over medium heat. Add Orzo and cook 3 minutes or until it starts to brown, stirring constantly. Stir in broth and water. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat, stir in asparagus and simmer until liquid is absorbed and Orzo is done - about 15 minutes. Remove from heat. Stir in cheese, basil, salt & pepper. Sprinkle with toasted pine nuts. Serve immediately.
Number of Servings: 8
Recipe submitted by SparkPeople user DIANAUNDERWOOD.
Number of Servings: 8
Recipe submitted by SparkPeople user DIANAUNDERWOOD.
Nutritional Info Amount Per Serving
- Calories: 133.8
- Total Fat: 4.5 g
- Cholesterol: 9.5 mg
- Sodium: 350.4 mg
- Total Carbs: 16.9 g
- Dietary Fiber: 1.2 g
- Protein: 6.0 g
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