Garlic Herb Orzo Pilaf Food

HERBED ORZO PILAF (CROWD SIZE)

Steps:

• Cook and drain pasta as directed on package.
• Meanwhile, in 12-inch skillet, cook nuts over medium heat 2 to 3 minutes, stirring constantly, until toasted. Remove from skillet.
• Add 1 tablespoon of the oil and the garlic to skillet. Cook and stir over medium-high heat 1 minute. Stir in mushrooms and onions. Cook about 2 minutes, stirring occasionally, until crisp-tender.
• Stir in tomatoes, pasta, basil, salt and remaining 1 tablespoon oil. Cook over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until heated through. Spoon into serving dish; sprinkle with nuts.

SERENA BAKES SIMPLY FROM SCRATCH

Steps:

• In a large saute pan with a tight fitting lid add olive oil and heat over medium-high heat until starting to become hot.
• Add shallots and orzo. Stir until orzo becomes golden brown and shallots are softened.
• Stir in rice and cook until translucent.
• Add chicken stock, herbs, and salt.
• Bring to a simmer, reduce heat to low, and cover.
• Cook for 15-20 minutes until rice is tender, and liquid is absorbed.
• Stir in butter until melted.

HERBED ORZO PILAF

Steps:

• Saute 1 chopped onion and 1 thyme sprig in butter over medium heat until golden; season with salt. Increase the heat to medium high; add 1 cup orzo and toast 2 minutes. Add 2 cups chicken broth and bring to a simmer. Reduce the heat to medium low, cover and cook until the orzo is tender, 15 minutes. Stir in some chopped dill. Top with sour cream and paprika.

GARLIC-HERB ORZO PILAF

Steps:

• In a large nonstick skillet coated with cooking spray, cook garlic in oil over medium-high heat for 1 minute. Add orzo and rice; cook 4-6 minutes longer or until lightly browned. , Stir in broth and water. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 15-20 minutes or until rice is tender and liquid is absorbed. Stir in the onions, basil, parsley and salt.

ORZO WITH HERBS

Steps:

• Cook 2 cups orzo in salted boiling water until al dente, about 8 minutes; drain. Chop 6 scallions; cook just the white parts in a skillet with olive oil until tender, about 2 minutes. Stir in the orzo, 2 cups chicken broth, the scallion greens and a handful each of chopped parsley and dill; season with salt and pepper. Simmer until slightly thickened, about 3 minutes. Stir in 1/4 cup grated parmesan.

EASY GARLIC RICE PILAF RECIPE

Steps:

• Rinse the rice in cold water at least three times to remove any excess starch. (see note 3)1 ½ cups white rice
• Peel and finely chop the garlic.10 cloves garlic
• Add the butter to a large shallow skillet/pan (one with a lid).3 tbsp butter
• Add the garlic and place over low heat.
• Once the garlic has softened and is smelling aromatic, remove a tablespoon of butter and garlic from the pan and set to one side.
• Add the washed rice to the remaining butter in the pan and stir to coat.
• Pour in the hot broth and the salt, then bring to a simmer.1 ½ cups hot broth½ tsp salt
• Reduce the heat to low, cover, and simmer for 20 to 25 minutes until the rice is tender and the liquid has been absorbed.
• Remove from heat, but don't lift the lid. Let the finished pilaf stand for 5-10 minutes, then fluff with a fork.
• Serve the cooked rice with the reserved garlic butter and a sprinkle of fresh herbs.

ORZO PILAF

Steps:

• Brown orzo and onion in margarine over med-hi heat.
• Add rice, broth and a dash of pepper and salt.
• Bring back to a full boil, then cover, lower heat, and simmer for 20 minutes.

RICE PILAF WITH ORZO

Steps:

• Rinse the rice in a bowl or in a colander under running water. Drain and set aside.
• In a medium sized saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat.
• Add the orzo and cook, stirring frequently until the orzo is golden brown.
• Add the rinsed rice and stir for about 2 minutes, until the grains are coated with the butter.
• Add the stock and stir. Bring to a boil.
• Cover the saucepan and reduce the heat to a low simmer.
• Simmer the rice pilaf for 15 minutes.
• Remove the lid and check for doneness.
• Season with salt and pepper.

RICE PILAF WITH ORZO

Steps:

• In a large pan with a lid, preheat the pan over medium-high heat and add in the olive oil, onion, and ½ teaspoon of salt.
• Saute the onion until it just begins to soften, about 2-3 minutes.
• Add in the rice and orzo and cook while constantly stirring for 2 minutes. Stir in the garlic and cook until fragrant, about 30-60 seconds.
• Pour in the broth, give everything a good stir, and bring everything to a boil.
• Once boiling, reduce the heat to low and cover the pan with the lid.
• Cook until the rice and orzo is tender, about 20-22 minutes.
• Remove the pan from the heat, and let the pilaf sit, covered, for 8 minutes. Fluff the pilaf with a fork, and stir in the parsley. Season with salt and pepper and serve.
• Season with salt and pepper and serve.

GARLIC ORZO PILAF

Steps:

• In a large skillet, saute garlic and pepper flakes in oil for 1 minute. Add orzo; saute for 3-5 minutes or until golden brown., Stir in chicken stock and bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 15-20 minutes or until pasta is tender. Sprinkle with cheese if desired.

ORZO AND RICE PILAF WITH GARLIC AND HERBS

Steps:

• 1. In a large nonstick skillet heat oil over medium-high. Add garlic and cook for 1 minute, being careful not to burn.
• 2. Add orzo and rice; cook 4-6 minutes longer or until lightly browned.
• 3. Stir in broth and water. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 15-20 minutes, until rice is tender and liquid is absorbed. (Add more water as needed if rice and pasta are not done before liquid is absorbed).
• 4. Stir in the onions, basil, parsley and salt.
• 5. Serve. Sprinkle some grated Parmesan on top if desired.

GARLIC, HERB, ORZO AND RICE PLIAF

Steps:

• In a large nonstick skillet heat oil over medium-high. Add garlic and cook for 1 minute, being careful not to burn.
• Add orzo and rice; cook 4-6 minutes longer or until lightly browned.
• Stir in broth and water.
• Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 15-20 minutes, until rice is tender and liquid is absorbed. (Add more water as needed if rice and pasta are not done before liquid is absorbed).
• Stir in the onions, basil, parsley and salt.
• Serve. Sprinkle some grated Parmesan on top if desired.