Asparagus and Basil Orzotto Recipe

Name: Asparagus and Basil Orzotto
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 3 cups low-sodium vegetable broth; 1 Tbs. olive oil; 1 medium onion, chopped (1 cup); 2 cloves garlic, minced (2 tsp.); 2 lb. thin asparagus, cut into 1-inch pieces (6 cups); 1 lb. orzo pasta; ⅔ cup dry white wine; 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese; 1/2 cup fresh basil leaves, cut into thin strips; 1 Tbs. unsalted butter

Servings: persons

3 cups low-sodium vegetable broth
1 Tbs. olive oil
1 medium onion, chopped (1 cup)
2 cloves garlic, minced (2 tsp.)
2 lb. thin asparagus, cut into 1-inch pieces (6 cups)
1 lb. orzo pasta
⅔ cup dry white wine
1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
1/2 cup fresh basil leaves, cut into thin strips
1 Tbs. unsalted butter

1
Place broth and 3 cups water in large glass measuring cup, and heat in microwave 5 minutes, or until boiling.
2
Heat oil in deep skillet or Dutch oven over medium heat.
3
Add onion and garlic, and saute 6 minutes, or until tender.
4
Add asparagus, and saute 2 minutes, or until bright green.
5
Stir in orzo, and saute 2 minutes, or until pasta is coated with oil.
6
Stir in wine, and cook 3 minutes, or until liquid is almost completely absorbed, stirring constantly.
7
Pour in 1 cup hot broth mixture.
8
Cook until liquid is almost completely absorbed, stirring constantly.
9
Continue adding broth mixture 1/2 cup at a time and cook 5 to 7 minutes, stirring often and allowing orzo to absorb most of liquid before adding more.
10
Stir in Parmesan, basil, and butter.
11
Season with salt and pepper.

948

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 3 cups low-sodium vegetable broth, 1 Tbs. olive oil, 1 medium onion, chopped (1 cup), 2 cloves garlic, minced (2 tsp.), and more.

Yes, Asparagus and Basil Orzotto falls under the Pasta & Noodles category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

Asparagus and Basil Orzotto

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