Orzo with Peppers and Asparagus

By Fred

Ingredients

• 1 cup orzo pasta
• 4 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil, divided
• 1/2 cup thinly sliced red bell pepper
• 1/2 cup thinly sliced yellow bell pepper
• 1/2 cup thinly sliced orange bell pepper
• 2 tablespoons minced garlic
• 1 pound asparagus, ends trimmed and cut in thirds
• 1/4 cup mixed chopped fresh mint, basil, and flat-leaf parsley
• 1/4 About 1/4 cup freshly grated parmesan cheese
• 3/4 teaspoon kosher salt
• 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper

Details

Servings 4
Adapted from find.myrecipes.com

Preparation

Step 1

1. Cook orzo according to package directions. Drain, rinse, and transfer to a large serving bowl.

2. Meanwhile, heat 2 tbsp. olive oil in a large frying pan over high heat. Add peppers, garlic, and asparagus and cook, stirring often, until vegetables are softened and starting to brown, about 3 minutes.

3. Add warm pepper mixture to cooked orzo, then add herbs, cheese, remaining 2 tbsp. oil, the salt, and pepper, stirring well. Serve with more parmesan on the side.