sun-dried tomato basil orzo

Ingredients

• Servings: 8
• 2 cups uncooked orzo pasta
• 1/2 cup chopped fresh basil leaves
• 1/3 cup chopped oil-packed sun-dried tomatoes
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 3/4 cup grated parmesan cheese
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper

Recipe

Preparation Time: 15 mins Cook Time: 8 mins Ready Time: 23 mins


• 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.
• place basil leaves and sun-dried tomatoes in a food processor. pulse 4 or 5 times until blended.
• in a large bowl, toss together the orzo, basil-tomato mixture, olive oil, parmesan cheese, salt and pepper. serve warm or chilled.