VEGETABLE ORZO

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A great vegetarian side dish that that can be cut in half if necessary. Although, it does reheat well. This is really good with fish or chicken.

Provided by Teresa Jacobson

Categories     Pasta Sides

Time 45m

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 1/2 c carrots, shredded
3/4 c fresh mushrooms, roughly chopped
1 onion, chopped
2 Tbsp olive oil
1 lb uncooked orzo (2 cups)
2 clove garlic, minced
2 1/2 c water
2 1/2 c vegetable broth
1 tsp salt
1/2 tsp ground pepper
1/4 c dried parley flakes
1 tsp mrs dash garlic and herb
1 c freshly grated parmesan

Steps:

  • 1. Combine water and vegetable broth and heat in microwave until very hot, about 5-7 minutes.
  • 2. Meanwhile, heat olive oil in a large deep skillet over medium heat. Cook carrots, mushrooms, and onion; stirring occasionally, 5 minutes or until tender. Add orzo and garlic, cook for about 1 minute.
  • 3. Stir in water/broth mixture, stir in salt, pepper, parsley flakes, and Mrs. Dash. Cook for 15-18 minutes or until water is completely absorbed, stirring often.
  • 4. Stir in Parmesan cheese until melted and well combined. Serve.

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