Orzo and rice pilaf

TerrySehl

Orzo Pilaf

Ingredients

¼ pound sliced fresh mushrooms

½ small onion, finely chopped

2 tablespoons olive oil

2 T Butter

1 garlic cloves, minced

1 cup chicken broth

½ cup uncooked orzo pasta

½ cup long grain rice

¼ teaspoon salt

¼ teaspoon pepper

1 tablespoons minced fresh parsley, romano cheese

grated on top

• In a large saucepan, saute orzo in butter and oil until golden add mushrooms and onion, rice, and saute until soft and tender.

• Add garlic; cook and stir 1 minute longer. Add the broth, salt and pepper. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for or (Cover and bake at 350°F until the rice is tender and the stock is absorbed, about 25 minutes.)

• Stir in parsley, and cheese if desired and serve, if you prefer a drier orzo, microwave covered with a paper towel 3 to 5 minutes. Stir in parsley, and cheese if desired and serve.

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