Sun-Dried Tomato Basil Orzo

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Description

Basil and sun-dried tomato add flavor and zing to this simple yet delicious pasta salad recipe. It’s perfect for picnics, and great served warm or cold.

Ingredients

  • 2 cups uncooked orzo pasta
  • ½ cup chopped fresh basil leaves
  • ⅓ cup chopped oil-packed sun-dried tomatoes
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • ¾ cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ½ teaspoon ground black pepper

Instructions

  1. Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Add orzo and cook for 8 to 10 minutes or until al dente. Drain and set aside.
  2. Place basil leaves and sun-dried tomatoes in a food processor. Pulse 4 or 5 times until blended.
  3. In a large bowl
  4. toss together the orzo
  5. basil-tomato mixture
  6. olive oil
  7. Parmesan cheese
  8. salt and pepper. Serve warm or chilled.

Prep Time: 15 mins

Cook Time: 8 mins

Total Time: 23 mins

Servings: 8

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