Orzo Pilaf with Roasted Red Peppers and Peas
 
 
This is from one of my favorite cookbooks, The Vegan Table. Orzo is actually a rice-shaped pasta and has a risotto-like texture. It's perfect for soups or even for Asian dishes such as stir-fry. I loved the flavor of this dish and the fact that it's super versatile. Next time, I'll add mushrooms, herbs, and maybe even asparagus.
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Ingredients
  • 2 Tbs olive oil
  • 2 garlic cloves, minced
  • 12-oz orzo
  • 3 C vegetable broth (I like Better Than Bouillon brand)
  • 1-1/2 C frozen peas, partially thawed
  • 2 large jarred roasted red peppers, drained and chopped
  • Salt and pepper, to taste
Directions
  1. Heat the olive oil in a large, deep-sided skillet. Add the garlic and cook for 2 minutes. Add the orzo and stir for 2 more minutes.
  2. Add the stock, peas, roasted red peppers, salt, and pepper. Bring to a boil.
  3. Reduce heat, cover, and simmer, stirring every so often for 12-15 minutes, or until the orzo is tender. The liquid will also be absorbed. Enjoy!
Recipe by Epicurean Vegan at http://epicureanvegan.com/2012/06/05/orzo-pilaf-with-roasted-red-peppers-and-peas/