Barley-orzo pilaf

4 servings

Ingredients

Quantity Ingredient
1 teaspoon Canola or vegetable oil
1 Onion(s), finely chopped
1 Garlic clove(s), minced
½ cup Orzo
3 cups Chicken stock
1 cup Quick-cooking barley
1 tablespoon Thyme, chopped or
1 teaspoon Dried thyme
2 tablespoons Scallion greens, chopped
Salt and pepper to taste

Directions

In a medium saucepan, heat oil over medium heat. Add onions and saute until softened, about 5 min. Add garlic and orzo and saute until orzo is golden, 3-5 min. Add chicken stock and bring to a boil. Add barley and thyme. Stir once, reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 10 min. Turn off heat and let stand for 5 min to absorb any remaining liquid. Stir in scallions. Season with salt and pepper and serve.

eating Well Recipe Rescue Cookbook ISBN 1-884943-01-2 pg 123

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