{"id":2746,"date":"2018-03-19T20:21:42","date_gmt":"2018-03-20T00:21:42","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/stirmypot.com\/wordpress\/?p=2746"},"modified":"2021-04-11T16:13:15","modified_gmt":"2021-04-11T20:13:15","slug":"walnut-orzo-pilaf","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/stirmypot.com\/wordpress\/?p=2746","title":{"rendered":"Walnut Orzo Pilaf"},"content":{"rendered":"

Next time you prepare orzo, take it in a new direction with thyme, cranberries, pecans, and green onions. Thyme is not my favorite herb, so I reduce the amount I add, and I enjoy this dish. This is a quick and simple dish great for busy weeknights, or a dish you could serve to guests that will impress. Enjoy! <\/p>\n

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1\/4 C. unsalted butter
\n1 C. diced red onion
\n1 Tbsp. chopped fresh thyme (about 3 tsp. dried)
\n1\/2 tsp, kosher salt
\n1 C. uncooked orzo pasta
\n1\/2 C. chopped dried cranberries
\n2 C. vegetable or chicken stock
\n1\/2 C. chopped toasted pecans
\n1\/4 C. chopped green onion<\/p>\n

In a medium saucepan, melt butter over medium heat. Add onion, thyme, and salt; cook, stirring frequently, until onion is softened, about 3 minutes. Stir in orzo and cranberries; cook for 2 minutes.<\/p>\n

Stir in broth, and bring to a boil. Reduce heat to low, cover, and cook until orzo is tender and liquid is absorbed, about 15 minutes. Gently stir in pecans and green onion. Serve immediately.<\/p>\n

Yields: 4 to 6 servings<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

Next time you prepare orzo, take it in a new direction with thyme, cranberries, pecans, and green onions. Thyme is not my favorite herb, so I reduce the amount I add, and I enjoy this dish. This is a quick and simple dish great for busy weeknights, or a dish you could serve to guests … <\/p>\n

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