Rice Pilaf with Orzo

Ingredients

• 2 tbsp butter
• 0.25 cup orzo pasta
• 1 cup long-grain white rice
• 2 cup chicken or vegetable broth
• 0.5 tsp salt

Instructions

1. 1

   Melt the butter in a saucepan over medium heat.

2. 2

   Add the orzo and toast, stirring frequently, until golden brown, about 3–4 minutes. Watch it carefully—it goes from golden to burnt quickly.

3. 3

   Add the rice and toast for another 2 minutes until the rice is lightly fragrant and coated in butter.

4. 4

   Pour in the broth and salt. Bring to a boil.

5. 5

   Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 18 minutes.

6. 6

   Remove from heat, keep covered, and let rest for 5 minutes.

7. 7

   Fluff with a fork before serving.