Sun-Dried Tomato Basil Orzo
ingredients
3 tablespoons olive oil
1 small white onion- finely diced
1/2 cup fresh basil- chefinade(ribbon-cut) (1 tablespoon dried basil can be used)
1 teaspoon minced garlic
1/4 cup julienne sun-dried tomatoes
4 cups chicken stock
1 1/2 cups heavy whipping cream
1 pound orzo
salt & pepper- to taste
1 small white onion- finely diced
1/2 cup fresh basil- chefinade(ribbon-cut) (1 tablespoon dried basil can be used)
1 teaspoon minced garlic
1/4 cup julienne sun-dried tomatoes
4 cups chicken stock
1 1/2 cups heavy whipping cream
1 pound orzo
salt & pepper- to taste
directions
In a heavy sauce pan heat olive oil over medium heat. Add garlic and onions. Let simmer until translucent. Add sun-dried tomatoes and fresh basil. Add package of uncooked orzo. Stir constantly. Add chicken stock. Bring to a boil, reduce heat and simmer uncovered. Simmer until stock is absorbed and orzo is done. Add cream, salt and pepper to taste. Let stand for 10-15 minutes.