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Garlic-Herb Orzo Pilaf

Name: Garlic-Herb Orzo Pilaf
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 40 min
Yield: 4 servings.
Ingredients: 8 garlic cloves, peeled and thinly sliced; 1 tablespoon olive oil; 1/2 cup uncooked orzo pasta; 1/2 cup uncooked long grain rice; 1 can (14-1/2 ounces) reduced-sodium chicken broth or vegetable broth; 1/3 cup water; 3 green onions, thinly sliced; 1/3 cup thinly sliced fresh basil leaves; 1/4 cup minced fresh parsley; 1/4 teaspoon salt

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Total Time

Prep: 10 min. Cook: 30 min.

Makes

4 servings

"Mildly flavored and flecked with garlic and fresh herbs, this creamy, versatile side dish can accompany a wide variety of entrees. Plus, it’s a cinch to put together." --Mary Relyea of Canastota, New York

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Ingredients

8 garlic cloves, peeled and thinly sliced
1 tablespoon olive oil
1/2 cup uncooked orzo pasta
1/2 cup uncooked long grain rice
1 can (14-1/2 ounces) reduced-sodium chicken broth or vegetable broth
1/3 cup water
3 green onions, thinly sliced
1/3 cup thinly sliced fresh basil leaves
1/4 cup minced fresh parsley
1/4 teaspoon salt

Directions

In a large nonstick skillet coated with cooking spray, cook garlic in oil over medium-high heat for 1 minute. Add orzo and rice; cook 4-6 minutes longer or until lightly browned.
Stir in broth and water. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 15-20 minutes or until rice is tender and liquid is absorbed. Stir in the onions, basil, parsley and salt.

Nutrition Facts

3/4 cup: 227 calories, 4g fat (1g saturated fat), 0 cholesterol, 426mg sodium, 40g carbohydrate (2g sugars, 1g fiber), 7g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 2-1/2 starch, 1/2 fat.

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