Artichoke Orzo Pilaf

Name: Artichoke Orzo Pilaf
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 20 min
Total time: 30 min
Yield: 6 servings.
Cuisine: Italian Recipes, Italian Side Dishes, Italian Vegetarian Recipes
Ingredients: 1 medium leek (white portion only), chopped; 1 cup uncooked orzo pasta; 2 tablespoons olive oil; 1 can (14-1/2 ounces) reduced-sodium chicken broth or vegetable broth; 1 cup water; 2 teaspoons Italian seasoning; 1 can (14 ounces) water-packed artichoke hearts, rinsed, drained and chopped; 2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese

Canned artichoke hearts bring a tangy taste to tangy orzo pasta in this side dish. "This saute is quick and easy...and tasty, too," writes Stacy Crochet of Watertown, Connecticut.

Ingredients

1 medium leek (white portion only), chopped
1 cup uncooked orzo pasta
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 can (14-1/2 ounces) reduced-sodium chicken broth or vegetable broth
1 cup water
2 teaspoons Italian seasoning
1 can (14 ounces) water-packed artichoke hearts, rinsed, drained and chopped
2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese

Directions

In a large nonstick skillet, saute leek and orzo in oil for 3 minutes or until leek is tender. Add the broth, water and Italian seasoning; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, for 15 minutes or until liquid is absorbed. Stir in artichoke hearts and Parmesan cheese. Serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts

3/4 cup: 181 calories, 3g fat (1g saturated fat), 1mg cholesterol, 382mg sodium, 30g carbohydrate (0 sugars, 1g fiber), 7g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 1-1/2 starch, 1 vegetable, 1/2 fat.

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Originally published as Artichoke Orzo Pilaf in Light & Tasty December/January 2004

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ConnieK

Mar 11, 2014

This is very good and so easy to make. Something different for a pasta side.
Sportbominable

Feb 17, 2010

This was so easy to make and delicious. My 2 and 4 year olds loved it.