Lemon Orzo with Peas

Ingredients

• 1 1/2 cups orzo pasta
• 3 cups chicken broth
• 1 cup frozen peas
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 lemon, zested and juiced
• 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
• 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
• 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
• 1/2 teaspoon salt, to taste
• 1/4 teaspoon black pepper, to taste

Method

1. 1

   In a 6-quart saucepan, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and cook, stirring, until fragrant, about 30 seconds.

   0:30 · Cook garlic
2. 2

   Add the orzo and stir to coat in the oil, toasting lightly for 1 to 2 minutes.

   1:00 · Toast orzo
3. 3

   Pour in the chicken broth and bring to a boil. Reduce heat to a simmer, cover, and cook, stirring occasionally, until the orzo is tender and most of the liquid is absorbed, 9 to 11 minutes.

   9:00 · Simmer orzo
4. 4

   Stir in the frozen peas and cook until heated through and bright green, about 2 minutes.

   2:00 · Cook peas
5. 5

   Remove the pan from heat and stir in the butter, lemon zest, and lemon juice until the butter melts and coats the orzo.

6. 6

   Stir in the Parmesan cheese and season with salt and pepper to taste.

7. 7

   Sprinkle with fresh parsley and serve warm.