Herbed 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.

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.

HERBED RICE PILAF

Steps:

• In a large skillet, cook the rice, celery and onion in butter, stirring constantly, until rice is browned. Stir in the next 5 ingredients; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 15 minutes. Sprinkle with parsley; stir in pimientos if desired. , Remove from heat and let stand, covered, for 10 minutes. Fluff with a fork.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

HERBED ORZO

Steps:

• Rinse the herbs well, pat dry and use a sharp knife to mince them. Place in the bottom of a large serving bowl with the minced scallions, salt, pepper and grapefruit juice. Whisk in the oil.
• Boil the pasta in plenty of salted water until tender, about 5 minutes. Drain, cool under cold running water and pat dry. Stir the pasta into the herb mixture, chill briefly and serve.

HERBED FARRO PILAF

Steps:

• In a medium saucepan, heat the canola oil over medium-high heat. Add the pasta and cook, stirring frequently, just until it turns golden brown, about 2 minutes. Stir in the farro and shallots and continue to cook, stirring, 2 more minutes. Stir in the chicken stock and salt and bring to a boil. Lower the heat, cover the pan and simmer until the farro is very tender, about 35 minutes. Check the farro towards the end of cooking and add 1 to 2 tablespoons water if the pan dries out before the farro is tender.
• Top with the parsley and thyme, fluff with a fork and serve.

BAKED WHITE FISH WITH SPINACH, KALAMATA GREMOLATA, AND SAVORY HERBED ORZO PILAF

Steps:

• Preheat the oven to 425°F with a rack in the center position. Lightly oil a large baking dish. On a plate, brush the fish with olive oil and season with salt and pepper. Let sit while you prepare the rest.
• In a medium bowl, combine the olives, red bell pepper, pistachios, 2 tablespoons of the parsley, the lemon zest, honey, crushed red pepper, and 1 tablespoon olive oil. Set aside. In the oiled baking dish, toss the spinach, granulated garlic, 2 tablespoons olive oil, 1 teaspoon salt, and a few grinds of pepper and spread evenly across the bottom of the dish. Drizzle with 1 tablespoon of water and top with the fish. Cover tightly with foil and bake until the fish is opaque and cooked through, 15 to 20 minutes, depending on the thickness of the fish.
• Meanwhile, in a medium saucepan, heat 3 tablespoons olive oil on medium-high heat until shimmering. Add the orzo and onion, and cook, stirring occasionally until the orzo is golden and the onion is translucent, about 2 minutes. Add the broth and ½ teaspoon salt and bring to a boil. Cover and simmer over low heat until the orzo is tender, 12 to 15 minutes. Just before serving, stir in the cheese and remaining ¼ cup parsley, and season with salt and pepper.
• Spoon spinach and orzo onto plates and top with the fish. Spoon the olive mixture on top and serve with lemon wedges.

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.

HERBED ORZO

Steps:

• 1. Bring a large pot of salted water to boil over high heat. Add orzo and boil according to package instructions until it is al dente. Drain it well, and transfer to a bowl.
• 2. Stir in the olive oil, lemon juice, parsley, and thyme. Taste and adjust for seasonings. Toss the mixture until it is well-combined.