*  Exported from  MasterCook II  *

                Baked Orzo With Kalamata Olives And Fresh Herbs

Recipe By     : Cook's Choice Sean & Cathy Show #CH1220
Serving Size  : 4    Preparation Time :
Categories    : Pasta

  Amount  Measure       Ingredient -- Preparation Method
--------  ------------  --------------------------------
       3  tb            Olive oil
       1                Onion -- finely chopped
   1 1/2  c             Orzo
     1/2  c             Kalamata olives --
                        - pitted, coarsely chopped
       6  c             Chicken stock
     1/2  c             Fresh herbs (e.g. parsley,
                        - basil, oregano, thyme) --
                        - chopped

In a saucepan heat olive oil over medium heat and cook onions until
tender. Add orzo and cook for 2 to 3 minutes. Add olives and 2 cups
of chicken stock and bring to a boil. Simmer for 5 minutes and 2 more
cups of chicken stock. Return to a boil and pour into a butter baking
dish.

Cover with foil and bake at 350°F for 20 minutes, stirring once.
After 20 minutes check orzo and if necessary add more stock and
continue to bake until tender. Sprinkle with fresh chopped herbs and
serve hot.

Yield: 4 Servings


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