Orzo With Basil And Pine Nuts

• 3 tablespoons olive oil
• 2 ounces pine nuts
• 1 cup chopped fresh basil
• Salt and pepper
• 1 pound orzo

1. Heat the oil in a small saucepan.
2. When the oil is hot, add the pine nuts and saute them over high heat for two to three minutes, until they are lightly golden.
3. Turn off the heat; add the basil and salt and pepper to taste.
4. Set the sauce aside.
5. Bring two quarts of water to a boil; add a teaspoon of salt.
6. Add the orzo and cook for 8 to 10 minutes until the orzo is tender.
7. Do not overcook.
8. Drain.
9. Place the orzo in a large bowl, pour the sauce over the pasta and toss well.
10. Serve with the pot roast

olive oil, nuts, fresh basil, salt, orzo

Taken from cooking.nytimes.com/recipes/10004 (may not work)