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Orzo-Broccoli Pilaf

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Orzo-Broccoli Pilaf

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Makes 6 servings.

2 teaspoons olive oil
1 cup sliced fresh mushrooms
1/2 cup chopped onion
2/3 cup orzo pasta (rosamarina)
1 14-ounce can reduced-sodium chicken broth
1/2 cup shredded carrot
1 teaspoon dried marjoram, crushed
1/8 teaspoon black pepper
2 cups small broccoli florets

In a large saucepan heat olive oil over medium-high heat. Cook and stir the mushrooms and onion in hot oil until onion is tender. Stir in the orzo. Cook and stir about 2 minutes more or until orzo is lightly browned. Remove
from heat.

Carefully stir in the chicken broth, carrot, marjoram, and pepper. Bring to boiling; reduce heat. Cover and simmer about 15 minutes or until orzo is tender but still firm. Remove saucepan from heat; stir in broccoli. Let stand, covered, for 5 minutes.

One serving equals: Calories: 113...Total Fat: 2g (Saturated Fat: 0g)...Cholesterol: 0mg...Sodium: 209mg... carbohydrate: 19g...Fiber: 2g...protein: 4g ++++ Exchanges: starch 1.... vegetables: 1 ++++ WW Points: 2