Carrot Orzo

Name: Carrot Orzo
Prep time: 30 min
Cook time: 18 min
Total time: 48 min
Yield: 8 serving(s)
Ingredients: 8 ounces carrots, cut into 1-inch pieces (about 2 cups); 2 1/2 cups chicken broth; 3 tablespoons butter; 1 medium onion, chopped; 2 cups uncooked orzo pasta; 2 garlic cloves, minced; 1 teaspoon salt; 1/2 teaspoon pepper; 1 cup freshly grated parmesan cheese; 3 tablespoons chopped fresh chives; 1 teaspoon chopped fresh thyme

Submitted by ratherbeswimmin

"Southern Living"

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Ready In:: 48mins
Ingredients:: 11
Serves:: 8

ingredients

8 ounces carrots, cut into 1-inch pieces (about 2 cups)
2 ¹⁄₂ cups chicken broth
3 tablespoons butter
1 medium onion, chopped
2 cups uncooked orzo pasta
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 teaspoon salt
¹⁄₂ teaspoon pepper
1 cup freshly grated parmesan cheese
3 tablespoons chopped fresh chives
1 teaspoon chopped fresh thyme

directions

Process carrots in a food processor 15 seconds or until finely chopped.
Combine 2 1/2 cups water and broth in a microwave-safe measuring cup.
Microwave at HIGH for 5 minutes or until very hot.
Meanwhile, melt butter in a large saucepan over medium heat.
Add carrots and onion, and cook, stirring occasionally, 5 minutes or until tender.
Add orzo and garlic, and cook 1 minute.
Slow stir hot broth mixture, salt, and pepper into orzo mixture.
Cook, stirring often, 15-18 minutes or until liquid is absorbed.
Stir in Parmesan cheese, chives, and thyme until blended.
Serve immediately.