Lemon Orzo

Ingredients

• 6 cups chicken broth
• 16 ounces uncooked orzo (rice-shaped pasta)
• 1/4 cup butter or margarine
• 2 tablespoons grated fresh lemon rind
• 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
• 1 1/2 cups freshly grated Parmesan cheese
• 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground pepper
• Garnish: freshly grated Parmesan cheese

Preparation

1. Bring broth to a boil in a Dutch oven. Stir in orzo; cook, uncovered, 9 to 11 minutes or until tender, stirring occasionally to prevent sticking. Drain.
2. Melt butter in same pan over medium heat. Add hot cooked orzo, lemon rind, and next 3 ingredients. Stir gently just until cheese melts. Serve hot. Garnish, if desired.
3. Fix it Faster: Use refrigerated shredded Parmesan cheese.