Orzo Primavera

SERVES: 8

COOK TIME: 20 Min

Here's a light and tasty way to enjoy vegetables and pasta-all in one easy side dish. The rice-shaped orzo makes it so "upscale" that you can serve it with anything from meat to fish to poultry and become a real hero!

What You'll Need

7 cups water
3 1/2 cups chicken broth, divided
1 pound orzo, acini di pepe, or other small pasta shape
1/4 cup chopped parsley
1 package (10 ounces) frozen peas and carrots combination, thawed
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon pepper
1/2 teaspoon onion powder
1/2 teaspoon minced garlic

What to Do

In a large pot, combine the water and 3 cups of the chicken broth and bring to a boil. Add the pasta and cook just until tender; drain.
In a medium-sized bowl, combine the pasta with the parsley, peas and carrots, and the remaining 1/2 cup of chicken broth; toss gently.
Add the salt, pepper, onion powder, and garlic; mix to blend thoroughly. Serve warm.