golden cinnamon orzo

By beandip

Ingredients

• 8 oz orzo pasta
• 2 1/2 cups water
• 1 12-oz can evaporated skim milk
• 1/2 cup golden raisins
• 1/4 cup chopped pecans, toasted
• 1/4 cup apple butter
• 3 Tbsp sugar
• 1 Tbsp cinnamon

Preparation

Step 1

COOK orzo according to package directions. Drain well and pour back into pot. Add can of evaporated skim milk. Bring to a boil and simmer for 10 minutes, or until most liquid is absorbed. Remove from heat.
ADD raisins, pecans, apple butter. Combine sugar and cinnamon. Add to mixture to taste.
TRANSFER to serving bowl. Top with remaining cinnamon & sugar as needed for garnish.