HERBED ORZO PILAF (CROWD SIZE)

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Want your salad to stand out among a sea of potluck dishes? Proudly present this pilaf.

Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Side Dish

Time 40m

Yield 16

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 package (16 ounces) rosamarina (orzo) pasta
1/4 cup pine nuts
2 tablespoons olive or vegetable oil
2 cloves garlic, finely chopped
1 1/2 cups sliced mushrooms (4 ounces)
8 medium green onions, sliced (1/2 cup)
2 cups sliced roma (plum) tomatoes
1/4 cup shredded fresh or 1 tablespoon dried basil leaves
1/2 teaspoon salt

Steps:

  • Cook and drain pasta as directed on package.
  • Meanwhile, in 12-inch skillet, cook nuts over medium heat 2 to 3 minutes, stirring constantly, until toasted. Remove from skillet.
  • Add 1 tablespoon of the oil and the garlic to skillet. Cook and stir over medium-high heat 1 minute. Stir in mushrooms and onions. Cook about 2 minutes, stirring occasionally, until crisp-tender.
  • Stir in tomatoes, pasta, basil, salt and remaining 1 tablespoon oil. Cook over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until heated through. Spoon into serving dish; sprinkle with nuts.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 135, Carbohydrate 25 g, Cholesterol 0 mg, Fat 1/2, Fiber 2 g, Protein 4 g, SaturatedFat 1 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 80 mg

Ayanda Nobantu
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I made this recipe for a potluck and it was a huge hit! Everyone loved the flavor and the orzo was cooked perfectly.


Cristy Colin
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This was a great side dish for our roasted chicken. The orzo was cooked perfectly and the herbs and spices added a nice flavor.


P N
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I'm not a huge fan of orzo, but I really enjoyed this recipe. The herbs and spices really made the dish.


Erdenemunh Walia
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This recipe was easy to follow and the pilaf turned out great. I would definitely make it again.


Ezeamaku Tochukwu
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The orzo was a bit too al dente for my liking. I would recommend cooking it for a few minutes longer.


Kulsom Abbasi
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This recipe was a bit bland for my taste. I would recommend adding more herbs and spices to give it more flavor.


Kristen Cobb
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I added some chopped vegetables to this recipe and it was even better. The vegetables added a nice crunch and extra flavor.


Maria Qadeer
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I made this recipe exactly as written and it turned out great! The orzo was fluffy and the herbs and spices were perfectly balanced.


Shaheen Khan
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This was a great side dish for our grilled chicken. The orzo was cooked perfectly and the herbs added a nice flavor.


Dyis Knows
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I'm not usually a fan of orzo, but this recipe changed my mind. The herbs and spices really elevated the dish and made it something special.


Bokamoso Mabala
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Easy and delicious! I made this for a weeknight dinner and my family loved it. The leftovers were even better the next day.


Johon hembrom Johon
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This orzo pilaf was a huge hit at our last potluck! I loved the combination of herbs and spices, and the orzo cooked up perfectly. I will definitely be making this again.