Spinach and Basil Orzo

Recipe courtesy Lari Luckenbill

Show: Semi-Homemade Cooking with Sandra LeeEpisode: Patio Party

Rated: 4 stars out of 5Rate itRead users' reviews (18)

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COMMENTS & REVIEWS(18)

Cook Time:
12 min
Level:
Easy
Yield:
4 servings

Times:

Prep: 8 min
Inactive Prep: --
Cook: 12 min
Total:: 20 min

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Ingredients

2 teaspoons crushed garlic
1 medium sweet onion, chopped
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 (1-pound) box orzo
1 3/4 cups chicken stock
Fistful fresh basil leaves, chopped
3 sprigs rosemary leaves removed and chopped
1 lemon wedge, juiced
1 (10-ounce) package frozen spinach, defrosted and water squeezed out

Directions

Saute garlic and onion in olive oil over medium-high heat for 3 minutes until slightly tender. Add orzo and chicken stock, cover and cook for about 3 minutes on medium heat. Add basil and rosemary and cover and let simmer for about 5 minutes until all liquid has evaporated. Turn heat to low add lemon juice and spinach, stir to combine and cook for 1 minute until spinach is heated through. Serve and Enjoy!

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gabrielle Lindenhurst, NY 11-03-2009
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use more chicken stock!
Rated: 4 stars out of 5

this recipe idea is great, and with a few adjustments, it tastes delicious!! The reason I gave it 4 stars was the fact that... it needed a lot more chicken broth, than the recipe called for and needed to cook for more than 5 minutes, but as it cooked I continued to add chicken stock and stir. Also, I didnt strain the spinach, so that liquid also helped. I added chopped fresh tomato at the end, and also some lemon zest, and its yummy! I think feta would be a nice touch too!Read more
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Nanette Skokie, IL 11-03-2009
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Not enough broth or seasoning
Rated: 1 stars out of 5

This recipe probably wasn't tested before publishing. I had to double the amount of liquid and it was still sticky. Finally... had to toss out the entire contents and start over. Better to follow the directions on the package and add your own seasonings. Read more
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Ellen Pottstown, PA 09-16-2009
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This was the hit of the neighborhood party!
Rated: 5 stars out of 5

We had a party last weekend and I made this recipe. Thank you so much for putting it on here. I have already had to give... the recipe to several of my neighbors. The best part is my 1st grader loved it and he wants to have, and I quote "the rice with the green decorations again". I am thrilled to have him eating so well. Thanks Food Network for posting this recipe. Hope to see more from this chef.Read more
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Robert Schwenksville, PA 09-16-2009
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This recipe made my dinner party a hugh success.
Rated: 5 stars out of 5

I entertained several colleges from the university last evening and served this dish. Needless to say, your recipe... monopolized a large part of our dinner conversation. Huge success, everyone loved it! Thanks Prof. BrettRead more
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lisa hesperia, CA 09-16-2009
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VERY GOOD!
Rated: 4 stars out of 5

THE AMOUND OF CHICKEN BROTH....I HAD TO DOUBLE FOR A 1LB BOX OF ORZO. I ALSO ADDED DICED TOMATOES FOR EXTRA FLAVOR. TURNED... OUT GREAT! LISA HESPERIA CA 09-15-09Read more
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Lisa San Diego, CA 09-09-2009
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Easy, But Bland!
Rated: 3 stars out of 5

I used Barilla Orzo. I always use the highest quality ingredients and I know my way around the kitchen. This recipe is just... plain bland. It's a shame, too, because it has good texture and it's easy. After tasting it, we tried to punch it up with more pepper, more lemon juice - that didn't work. I added a diced roma tomato to mine and it helped a little. If you like bland food, this is for you. You can trust the review that said there wasn't enough chicken broth to cook the orzo - that's exactly right; I had to add 1/2 cup more. The only reason this has 4 stars is because you have people on here who give 5 star ratings without ever having made the recipe. Anyone else notice that? Read more