Orzo With Broccoli, Feta Cheese, And Olives

Ingredients and Instructions

1 1/2 c Orzo

1 bn Broccoli, cut into florets

1/4 c Olive oil

3 tb Pine nuts

1/2 ts Crushed red pepper

3/4 c Feta cheese, crumbled or

-diced 3/4 c Black olives, pitted, halved

1/2 c Parmesan cheese, grated

1/4 c Fresh basil, chopped

1. Cook orzo in pot of boiling salted water until tender, but still firm to

bite (about 8 minutes). Add broccoli and cook until crisp-tender, about 2 minutes. 2. Meanwhile, heat oil in heavy small skillet over medium heat. Add pine nuts and stir until golden brown, about 3 minutes. Add crushed red pepper. Remove mixture from heat after about 30 more seconds. 3. Drain orzo and broccoli. Transfer to large

bowl. Pour oil mixture over and toss to coat. Add feta, olives, parmesan and basil and toss to coat. Season with salt and pepper and serve.

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