Sides

Orzo and Rice Pilaf

Makes 12 servings

Orzo and Rice Pilaf

Makes 12 servings

Nutritional information per serving: Calories 159 (15% from fat)
carb. 29g
pro. 5g
fat 3g
sat. fat 1g
chol. 3mg
sod. 293mg
calc. 15mg
fiber 1g

Ingredients

1tablespoon extra virgin olive oil1tablespoon unsalted butter1⅓cups orzo1cup chopped onion1cup chopped celery 1tablespoon minced garlic1teaspoon kosher salt¼teaspoon freshly ground white pepper1cup long grain white rice4cups chicken stock, nonfat, low sodium1cup water1tablespoon freshly chopped parsley

Preparation

Preheat Cuisinart™ Electric Skillet to 300°F. Add olive oil and butter; stir to coat skillet. When foam subsides, sauté orzo until lightly toasted, about 3 minutes; add onion, celery, garlic, salt and pepper. Stir 1 minute; add rice and stir to combine. Add stock and water; bring to a boil. Reduce heat to a simmer; cook until rice is tender and all the liquid has evaporated, about 15 minutes. Stir, turn off heat, cover and let rest for 5 minutes. To serve, garnish with parsley