ORZO SALAD WITH ARTICHOKES AND SAUSAGE

By á-32773

Ingredients

• 2 9-oz. boxes frozen artichokes, thawed and patted dry
• salt
• 2 Tbs. olive oil
• 12 oz. smoked sausages, cut into 1/2-inch rounds
• 1 pint cherry tomatoes
• 1 lb. orzo
• 1/2 cup pesto
• 1/3 cup Parmesan

Preparation

Step 1

1. Preheat oven to 450 degrees. Line a baking sheet with foil. Toss artichokes with 2 Tbs. oil, sprinkle with salt; roast 15 minutes. Stir in sausages and tomatoes; roast until heated through, about 15 minutes longer.

2. Bring a pot of salted water to boil. Cook orzo until tender, about 9 minutes. Drain; toss with pesto in a large bowl.

3. Toss artichokes mixture with orzo and Parmesan. Season with salt and pepper as desired. Serve.