Greek Orzo Pasta
- 1 1/2 cups orzo pasta, uncooked
- 1 lb fresh broccoli
- 3 tablespoons pine nuts
- 1/4 olive oil
- 1/2 teaspoon dried crushed red pepper flakes
- 3/4 cup feta cheese, crumbled
- 1 (4 1/2 ounce) can ripe olives, drained and chopped
- 1/2 cup parmesan cheese
- 1/4 cup fresh basil, chopped
- Cook orzo according to package directions; drain. Set aside.
- Remove and discard broccoli leaves and tough ends of stalks. Wash broccoli thoroughly and coarsely chop. Cook broccoli in a small amount of boiling water 8 minutes or until crisp-tender. Drain well.
- Cook pine nuts in olive oil in a small skillet over medium heat 2-3 minutes or until browned, stirring often. Add red pepper; cook 1 minute, stirring constantly.
- Combine orzo, broccoli, pine nuts, feta cheese and remaining ingredients in a large bowl; toss gently. Serve immediately.
orzo pasta, fresh broccoli, pine nuts, olive oil, red pepper, feta cheese, ripe olives, parmesan cheese, fresh basil
Taken from www.food.com/recipe/greek-orzo-pasta-500714 (may not work)