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6 Cheese Italian Lemon Basil Orzo
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Directions
SUMMARY
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Yield: Serves: 8
INGREDIENTS
- 1 Tbsp. olive oil
- 1/2 cup finely chopped onion or shallots
- 3 Tbsp. all-purpose flour
- 1 can (14 oz.) chicken broth
- 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice
- 1 tsp. grated lemon rind
- 1/4 tsp. pepper
- 1 lb. orzo pasta, cooked and drained
- 1/3 cup thinly sliced fresh basil leaves
- 2 cups (8 oz.) Sargento® Chef Blends™ Shredded 6 Cheese Italian, divided
- Diced plum tomato (optional)
- Basil sprigs (optional)
DIRECTIONS
- 1
Cook onion in oil in medium saucepan over medium heat 5 minutes or until softened. Whisk in flour; cook 1 minute more, stirring constantly. Whisk in broth gradually; heat to a boil, stirring frequently. Stir in lemon juice, lemon rind and pepper.
- 2
Toss orzo with broth mixture, basil and 1-1/2 cups cheese. Top with tomatoes, remaining cheese and basil sprigs, if desired.
HELPFUL HINTS
- Make ahead and place in lightly greased 2-quart baking dish. Bake at 400° F 25 minutes.
Nutrition
Nutrition Facts
Serves: 8
Amount Per Serving
Calories 345
Total Fat 9.5g
Saturated Fat 4.5g
Trans Fat 3.0g
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.4g
Cholesterol 19mg
Sodium 351mg
Carbohydrates 50g
Protein 17g
Dietary Fiber 3g
Vitamin A 18RE
Vitamin C 4mg
Calcium 250mg
Iron 3mg
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