Lemony Orzo


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Lemony Orzo with Feta & Pesto

This lemony orzo with feta and pesto is ready in 30 minutes and goes wel with everything. It's made with simple ingredients and packs so much flavor. I hope that you love it too!

 
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Ingredients

  • 2 cups uncooked orzo pasta
  • 4-5 cups chicken broth
  • 5-6 garlic cloves, grated
  • 2-3 tablespoons olive oil
  • 2-3 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
  • salt, to taste
  • freshly cracked black pepper to taste
  • a pinch of crushed red pepper flakes
  • 1/2 cup pesto sauce
  • feta cheese, crumbled

Instructions

  1. Add the olive oil and garlic to a skillet and warm through over medium-heat until fragrant.
  2. Add the orzo and toss to coat. Toast it for 2 minutes.
  3. Add the broth, salt, pepper, crushed red pepper flakes, and lemon juice. Bring the mixture to a boil and then reduce the heat to a simmer. Cover the pot with the lid and simmer for 10 minutes.
  4. Add the pesto and feta and warm through 4-5 minutes.
  5. Garnish wit finely chopped parsley or dill.




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