*  Exported from  MasterCook  *

                     Orzo With Fresh Tomato Sauce

Recipe By     : Philly Inquirer
Serving Size  : 4    Preparation Time :0:00
Categories    : Italian                          Pasta

  Amount  Measure       Ingredient -- Preparation Method
--------  ------------  --------------------------------
   4      c             Water
     1/2  lb            Ripe tomatoes -- peeled,
                        - diced 1/2"
   1                    Salt -- to taste
   1                    Pepper -- freshly ground,
                        - to taste
     3/4  c             Orzo
     1/4  ts            Red pepper flakes
   2      tb            Olive oil
   2      tb            Fresh basil -- shredded,
                        - loose pack
   1      ts            Garlic -- finely minced

Bring water to a boil in a saucepan and add salt to taste. Add orzo
and cook, stirring briefly, 10 minutes or until tender. Do not over
cook. Drain.

Meanwhile, heat oil in a sauce pan and add garlic. Cook stirring. Do
not brown. Add tomatoes and sprinkle with salt, pepper, and pepper
flakes. Stir and bring to a boil. Add orzo and basil. Stir to blend,
and serve.

Yield: 4 Servings

Posted by: (JJGF65A)


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