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Herbed Orzo Salad

Serves 12

Origin unknown!





List of Ingredients



• 1 16 oz package orzo
  
• 3 Tbs olive oil
  
• 3 cloves garlic, sliced
  
• 2 Tbs packed thinly sliced, fresh basil leaves
  
• 1/4 cup lightly toasted pine nuts
  
• 2 Tbs chopped parsley
  
• 1/4 teas. salt
  
• 1/8 teas. ground black pepper
  






Instructions



1. Several hours before serving, in a 4-quart saucepan, cook the orzo following the package directions.
   
2. Meanwhile, in a small skillet, heat the oil and garlic over medium heat. Cook for 3 to 4 min. or until the garlic slices are browned. Remove and discard the garlic slices, and set the garlic-flavored oil aside.
   
3. Return the orzo to the same saucepan. Set aside about 1 teas. of the sliced basil leaves. Add the remaining basil, the garlic-flavored oil, the pine nuts, parsley, salt, and pepper. Toss the salad gently to combine.
   
4. Transfer the salad to a large serving bowl and cool to room temperature. Sprinkle the remaining 1 teas. of basil.
   
5. This can be served room temperature or refrigerated and served cold.