Lemon Orzo

By Tamipri

Ingredients

• 6 c. chicken broth
• 16 oz. uncooked orzo , (rice shaped pasta)
• 1/4 c. butter
• 2 Tb. grated fresh lemon rind
• 2 Tb. fresh lemon juice
• 1 1/2 c. freshly grated Parmesan cheese
• 1/2 tsp. freshly ground pepper
• Garnish: freshly grated Parmesan cheese

Preparation

Step 1

Bring broth to a boil in a Dutch oven. Stir in orzo; cook, uncovered, 9-11 minutes or until tender, stirring occasionally to prevent sticking. Drain.

Melt butter in same pan over medium heat. Add hot cooked orzo, lemon rind, and next 3 ingredients. Stir gently just until cheese melts. Serve hot. Garnish, if desired .