Garlic, Herb, Orzo And Rice Pliaf

Total Time: 45 mins Preparation Time: 15 mins Cook Time: 30 mins

Ingredients

• Servings: 4
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 6 garlic cloves, peeled and thinly sliced
• 1/2 cup orzo pasta, uncooked
• 1/2 cup long grain rice, uncooked
• 1 (14 1/2 ounce) can reduced-sodium chicken broth
• 1/3 cup water
• 3 green onions, thinly sliced
• 1/3 cup fresh basil leaf, thinly sliced
• 1/4 cup fresh italian parsley, minced
• 1/4 teaspoon salt

Recipe

• 1 in a large nonstick skillet heat oil over medium-high. add garlic and cook for 1 minute, being careful not to burn.
• 2 add orzo and rice; cook 4-6 minutes longer or until lightly browned.
• 3 stir in broth and water.
• 4 bring to a boil. reduce heat; cover and simmer for 15-20 minutes, until rice is tender and liquid is absorbed. (add more water as needed if rice and pasta are not done before liquid is absorbed).
• 5 stir in the onions, basil, parsley and salt.
• 6 serve. sprinkle some grated parmesan on top if desired.