Dinner for 4
Bacon Pea Orzo
Orzo simmers in chicken broth with crisp bacon, peas, pepper, and parmesan for a creamy one-pot dinner.
$1.61per serving $
35 minstart to table
4servings
Ingredients
- 4 cups chicken broth
- 4 slices thick-cut bacon
- 1 lb uncooked orzo
- 1/2 tsp sea salt
- 3/4 cup finely grated parmesan cheese (optional)
- 1/2 tsp freshly cracked black pepper
- 1 cup frozen peas
Steps
- Cook the bacon in a 5-quart pot over medium heat for 6 to 8 minutes until crisp, then transfer it to a plate.
- Pour off all but 1 tablespoon of bacon fat, add the orzo, and toast it for 2 minutes.
- Add the broth and salt, bring to a simmer, and cook uncovered for 12 to 15 minutes, stirring often.
- Stir in the peas and cook for 3 minutes until hot and the orzo is tender.
- Crumble the bacon, then stir it into the orzo with the parmesan and black pepper.
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