Creamy Parmesan Orzo Recipe

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Ingredients:

Serving

1 tbsp butter
1 cup orzo
1 1/4 cups fat-free , less-sodium chicken broth
1 1/4 cups water
1/4 cup (1 oz) grated fresh parmesan cheese
2 tbsp chopped fresh basil
1/4 tsp salt
1/4 tsp freshly ground black pepper
4 tsp pine nuts, toasted

Directions:

Heat butter in a medium saucepan over medium heat. Add orzo, and cook 3 minutes, stirring constantly. Stir in broth and water; bring to a boil. Reduce heat, and simmer until liquid is absorbed and orzo is done (about 15 minutes). Remove from heat; stir in cheese, basil, salt, and pepper. Sprinkle with the pine nuts. Serve immediately.

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Nutrition Facts

Per Serving Per 100 g

Amount Per 1 Serving
Calories	154.34 Kcal (646 kJ)
Calories from fat	79.82 Kcal
		% Daily Value*
Total Fat	8.87g	14%
Cholesterol	12.15mg	4%
Sodium	363.92mg	15%
Potassium	218.58mg	5%
Total Carbs	9.17g	3%
Sugars	2.81g	11%
Dietary Fiber	0.77g	3%
Protein	10.43g	21%
Vitamin C	1mg	2%
Iron	1.7mg	10%
Calcium	86.2mg	9%

Amount Per 100 g
Calories	70.74 Kcal (296 kJ)
Calories from fat	36.58 Kcal
		% Daily Value*
Total Fat	4.06g	14%
Cholesterol	5.57mg	4%
Sodium	166.79mg	15%
Potassium	100.18mg	5%
Total Carbs	4.2g	3%
Sugars	1.29g	11%
Dietary Fiber	0.35g	3%
Protein	4.78g	21%
Vitamin C	0.5mg	2%
Iron	0.8mg	10%
Calcium	39.5mg	9%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
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