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Saffron Orzo with Asparagus and Prosciutto Recipe

Saffron Orzo with Asparagus and Prosciutto Recipe

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Saffron Orzo with Asparagus and Prosciutto

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Ingredients:

Serving

4 tbsp (1/2 stick) butter
2 oz thinly sliced prosciutto , cut into thin strips
1 1/4 cups orzo (about 8 oz)
3 cups low-salt chicken broth
1/2 tsp ( loosely packed) saffron threads, crushed
1 lb slender asparagus, trimmed , cut into 1/2-inch pieces
1/4 cup grated parmesan cheese
parmesan cheese shavings

Directions:

Melt 2 tablespoons butter in large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat. Add prosciutto and sauté until almost crisp, about 3 minutes. Using slotted spoon, transfer to paper towels to drain. Melt 2 tablespoons butter in same skillet over high heat. Add orzo; stir 1 minute. Add broth and saffron; bring to boil. Reduce heat to medium-low, cover, and simmer until orzo begins to soften, stirring occasionally, about 8 minutes. Add asparagus; cover and simmer until tender, about 5 minutes. Uncover; simmer until almost all liquid is absorbed, about 1 minute. Remove from heat. Mix in prosciutto and 1/2 cup grated cheese. Season to taste with salt and pepper. Transfer to large bowl. Garnish with Parmesan shavings.

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Nutrition Facts

Per Serving Per 100 g

Amount Per 1 Serving
Calories	656.33 Kcal (2748 kJ)
Calories from fat	600.77 Kcal
		% Daily Value*
Total Fat	66.75g	103%
Cholesterol	175.64mg	59%
Sodium	665.63mg	28%
Potassium	92.65mg	2%
Total Carbs	7.03g	2%
Sugars	1.38g	6%
Dietary Fiber	1.54g	6%
Protein	9.44g	19%
Vitamin C	2.9mg	5%
Vitamin A	0.8mg	25%
Calcium	210.6mg	21%

Amount Per 100 g
Calories	204.7 Kcal (857 kJ)
Calories from fat	187.37 Kcal
		% Daily Value*
Total Fat	20.82g	103%
Cholesterol	54.78mg	59%
Sodium	207.6mg	28%
Potassium	28.9mg	2%
Total Carbs	2.19g	2%
Sugars	0.43g	6%
Dietary Fiber	0.48g	6%
Protein	2.94g	19%
Vitamin C	0.9mg	5%
Vitamin A	0.2mg	25%
Calcium	65.7mg	21%

* 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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savory
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