Orzo With Lemony Leek Sauce |
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Prep Time: 0 Minutes Cook Time: 30 Minutes |
Ready In: 30 Minutes Servings: 6 |
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Pasta side dish - Vegetarian Times Ingredients:
6 medium leeks, white parts only, halved lengthwise and chopped |
2 tablespoons lemon juice |
2 tablespoons parsley |
1 tablespoon olive oil |
16 ounces orzo pasta |
1/2 lb asparagus, sliced into 1/2 inch pieces |
1/2 cup grated parmesan cheese |
Directions:
1. Bring medium pot of salted water to boil. Add leeks and cook 10 minutes or until tender.
2. Drain and puree in blender with lemon juice, parsley and oil; set aside.
3. Cook pasta according to package directions. Ass asparagus to pasta water during the last 2 minutes of cooking.
4. Drain pasta and asparagus and transfer to large bowl. Top with leek sauce and cheese. Season with salt and pepper and serve.
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