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Orzo with Parmesan & Basil

Name: Orzo with Parmesan & Basil
Prep time: 5 min
Cook time: 15 min
Total time: 20 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: Europe, Italian
Ingredients: 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

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Total Time:Prep/Total Time: 20 min.

By Taste Of Home Editorial Team

Recipe by Anna Chaney, Antigo, Wisconsin

Tested by Taste of Home Test Kitchen

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Updated on Sep. 13, 2023

Dried basil adds its rich herb flavor to this creamy and delicious skillet side dish that's table-ready in just minutes! —Anna Chaney, Antigo, Wisconsin

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Orzo with Parmesan & Basil

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Yield:4 servings

Prep:5 min

Cook:15 min

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Ingredients

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

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Directions

1
In a large cast-iron or other heavy skillet, saute orzo in butter until lightly browned, 3-5 minutes.

2
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.