Seasoned Orzo and Black Beans |
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Prep Time: 20 Minutes Cook Time: 5 Minutes |
Ready In: 25 Minutes Servings: 6 |
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Simple dish, easily and quickly prepared, that can be served on its own for a complete meal. Orzo pasta resembles a short grain white rice, but takes less time to cook. Ingredients:
6 cups water |
1 cup uncooked orzo pasta |
1 (16 ounce) package frozen mixed vegetables |
1 (15 ounce) can black beans, rinsed and drained |
3 tablespoons butter |
1/2 teaspoon dried tarragon |
1/2 teaspoon dried thyme |
salt to taste |
ground black pepper to taste |
Directions:
1. In a 4 quart saucepan, combine water and pasta. Cook over medium high heat until mixture comes to a full boil, 4 to 6 minutes. Continue cooking, stirring occasionally, until pasta is tender, 8 to 10 minutes.
2. Stir in frozen vegetables, cover, and reduce heat to medium low. Cook until vegetables are tender crisp, 2 to 4 minutes. Do not overcook. Drain.
3. Stir in beans, butter or margarine, tarragon, and thyme. Continue cooking until heated through. Season to taste with salt and pepper.
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