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     Toasted Orzo Pilaf

Category   Entrees - Maindishes
Sub Category   Low-fat
Servings   8

Ingredients
1 Tbs butter or marg.
1/4 cup chopped onion
1 garlic clove, minced
9oz. orzo pasta ( 1 1/2 cups)
1/4 cup white wine or chicken broth
3 1/2 cups warm water
3/4 teas. salt
1/4 teas, pepper
3 cups baby spinach leaves
 
1 plum tomato, seeded,chopped
1 1/2 tsp, grated lemon zest
1/4 cup sliced almonds, toasted

Instructions
In a skillet over med. heat melt butter. Add onion and garlic; cook 1 minute. Add orzo; cook, stirring, until coated and lightly brown, 1-2 minutes.
Add wine or broth, 2 cups water, salt and pepper; cook, stirring occasionally, until liquid is nearly absorbed, 8-10 minutes. Stir in remaining water.
Cook stirring often, until liquid is almost absorbed, 5-6 minutes. Add spinach, cover. Cook until spinach is wilted, 1 minute. Stir in tomatoes and zest. Transfer to serving bowl, sprinkle with almonds.


Originally Submitted
9/24/2010





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