ORZO WITH BASIL AND PINE NUTS
Provided by Colette Rossant
Categories easy, quick, pastas, side dish
Time 20m
Yield Six to eight servings
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Heat the oil in a small saucepan. When the oil is hot, add the pine nuts and saute them over high heat for two to three minutes, until they are lightly golden. Turn off the heat; add the basil and salt and pepper to taste.
- Set the sauce aside.
- Bring two quarts of water to a boil; add a teaspoon of salt. Add the orzo and cook for 8 to 10 minutes until the orzo is tender. Do not overcook. Drain. Place the orzo in a large bowl, pour the sauce over the pasta and toss well.
- Serve with the pot roast
Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 304, UnsaturatedFat 8 grams, Carbohydrate 43 grams, Fat 11 grams, Fiber 2 grams, Protein 8 grams, SaturatedFat 1 gram, Sodium 168 milligrams, Sugar 2 grams
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Ms Khan
m@gmail.comI'm not a big fan of orzo, but this recipe was delicious! The basil and pine nuts really made the dish.
saqib gaming
s44@yahoo.comThis is my go-to recipe for a quick and easy weeknight meal. It's always a hit with my family.
Malitha Nethmina
nethmina@gmail.comNot a fan of this recipe. The orzo was too mushy and the sauce was bland.
Besufekad Abebe
b-a45@yahoo.comThis recipe was easy to follow and the end result was delicious. I will definitely be making this again!
Papon Roy Pappu
pp37@hotmail.frI love that this recipe is so versatile. I've made it with different types of pasta, vegetables, and cheeses. It always turns out delicious.
Mohamed Mambo
mohamed-m78@hotmail.comThis dish is perfect for a summer meal. It's light and refreshing, and the basil and pine nuts add a nice touch of flavor.
Jay Here
jh46@gmail.comI've made this recipe several times and it always turns out great. It's a quick and easy meal that my whole family enjoys.
Arianie Dueñas
d.a@hotmail.co.ukThis dish was delicious! I made it for a potluck and it was a big hit. Everyone loved the flavor and texture.
Mirxa khan
m_khan@yahoo.comThe orzo was overcooked and the sauce was too thin. I would not recommend this recipe.
Sojib Biwesh
s.b@hotmail.comThis recipe was a little bland for my taste. I added some extra garlic and red pepper flakes to give it more flavor.
Arosh Pariyar
pariyara@hotmail.comI'm not a huge fan of orzo, but this recipe changed my mind! The basil and pine nuts really made the dish. I will definitely be making this again.
Jace Theking
theking63@hotmail.comThis dish was easy to make and very tasty. I used whole wheat orzo and it worked out great. I also added some chopped sun-dried tomatoes for extra flavor.
Dalton Anderson
a_dalton@yahoo.comI followed the recipe exactly and it turned out perfect. The orzo was cooked al dente and the sauce was flavorful and creamy. I highly recommend this recipe.
Yousaf Jan
yousaf-jan@aol.comThis orzo dish was a hit with my family! The basil and pine nuts added a delicious flavor that made it stand out from the usual pasta dishes. I will definitely be making this again.