2008 Garlic-Herb Orzo Pilaf

By Beefman-2

3/4 cup equals 227 calories, 4 g fat (1 g saturated fat), 0 cholesterol, 426 mg sodium, 40 g carbohydrate, 1 g fiber, 7 g protein.

Diabetic Exchanges: 2-1/2 starch, 1/2 fat.

Originally published as Garlic-Herb Orzo Pilaf in Light & Tasty June/July 2007, p17

Ingredients

• 8 garlic cloves, peeled and thinly sliced
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1/2 cup uncooked orzo pasta
• 1/2 cup uncooked long grain rice
• 1 can (14-1/2 ounces) reduced-sodium chicken broth or vegetable broth
• 1/3 cup water
• 3 green onions, thinly sliced
• 1/3 cup thinly sliced fresh basil leaves
• 1/4 cup minced fresh parsley
• 1/4 teaspoon salt

Preparation

Step 1

THIS SET OF INSTRUCTIONS IS FOR THE AROMA RICE COOKER:

Add all ingredients to the inner pot and stir to combine. Place inner pot in the rice cooker and close the lid. Press the White Rice button and cook until rice cooker switches to "Keep-Warm" mode. Allow rice to stand, covered, for 10 minutes. Adjust seasoning as desired. Pour into a serving bowl and serve immediately.