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Creamy Parmesan Orzo takes several minutes to prepare.

Creamy Parmesan Orzo takes several minutes to cook.

Creamy Parmesan Orzo makes 4 servings.

The ingredients for Creamy Parmesan Orzo are:

1 tsp butter*
1 cup whole wheat orzo
1 1/4 cups fat-free less sodium chicken broth (or veggie broth)
1/4 cup (1 oz) grated fresh Parmesan cheese*
2 Tbsp chopped fresh basil
1/4 tsp salt
1/4 tsp freshly ground black pepper

Here is how you make Creamy Parmesan Orzo:

Heat butter in medium saucepan over medium heat. Add orzo, and cook 3 minutes, stirring constantly. Stir in broth and water; bring to a boil. Reduce heat, and simmer until liquid is absorbed and orzo is done (about 15-20 minutes). Remove from heat, stir in cheese, basil, salt & pepper. Serve immediately.

The nutritional information for Creamy Parmesan Orzo is:

• Servings Per Recipe: 4
• Amount Per Serving
• Calories: 111.1

• Total Fat: 3.4 g
• Cholesterol: 8.1 mg
• Sodium: 307.5 mg
• Total Carbs: 13.7 g
• Dietary Fiber: 3.1 g
• Protein: 6.0 g