HERB & CITRUS ORZO

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Ingredients

  • 1/2 lb sliced fresh mushrooms
  • 1 small red onion, chopped
  • 1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil
  • 8 oz uncooked orzo pasta
  • 1 , 14-oz can chicken broth
  • 1/4 cup snipped fresh dill
  • 2 tbsp grated lemon peel
  • 1/2 cup sliced almonds
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Preparation

Step 1

For orzo, in a large skillet, saute mushrooms and onion in oil for 4 minutes. Remove to a small bowl; set aside.

Add orzo and broth to the skillet; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 12-15 minutes or until orzo is tender and broth absorbed, stirring occasionally. Stir in the dill, peel, almonds and reserved mushroom mixture; heat through. Season with salt and pepper.