Orzo With Parsley And Lemon Zest Recipes

ORZO WITH LEMON AND PARSLEY

Steps:

• For a version that is not quite so rich, you may omit the Parmesan cheese.
• In a large saucepan, bring 1 quart of water to a boil.
• Add the salt and orzo and cook until the orzo is tender and has absorbed almost all of the cooking liquid, 8 to 9 minutes.
• Stir in the butter, Parmesan cheese, lemon zest and juice and parsley.
• Serve immediately.

LEMON PARMESAN ORZO

Steps:

• Cook orzo according to package directions; drain. Transfer to a small bowl; drizzle with oil. Stir in remaining ingredients.

ORZO WITH PARSLEY AND LEMON

Steps:

• Cook orzo in salted water 12 min, to al dente.
• Drain well, but do not rinse.
• Transfer to a serving bowl. Drizzle with oil, and season with salt and pepper.
• Toss with zest and parsley, and serve.

ORZO WITH THYME AND LEMON ZEST

Steps:

• In a medium saucepan, add the stock, water, pepper flakes, and garlic and bring to a boil over high heat. Stir in the orzo, lower the heat, and simmer until most of the liquid has been absorbed, stirring occasionally, about 10 minutes. Remove from the heat, and stir in lemon zest and thyme leaves. Season with salt, to taste, and transfer to a serving bowl.

ORZO WITH PARSLEY AND LEMON ZEST

Steps:

• Cook orzo in salted water about 12 minutes, to al dente. Drain orzo well. Do not run under cold water. You want the cooked pasta to remain hot. Transfer pasta to a serving bowl. Drizzle orzo with a tablespoon of extra virgin olive oil and season with salt and pepper. Add lemon zest and parsley and toss to combine the flavors with the pasta.