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Tomato And Basil Orzo Salad Recipe


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Ingredients
  •  About 1/4 c grated parmesan cheese
  • 1 1/4 lbs firm-ripe tomatoes, at about room temp
  • 1 1/2 c dried orzo pasta
  • 1 or 2 cloves garlic, peeled & minced
  • 2 tbsps balsamic vinegar
  • 3/4 c sliced fresh basil leaves
  • 3 tbsps extra-virgin olive oil
  •  Salt & pepper

Directions
  • Step #1 In a 3- to 4-quart pan over high heat, bring 1 1/2 to 2 quarts water to a boil.
  • Step #2 Add orzo & cook this until barely tender to bite, 8 to 10 mins.
  • Step #3 Meanwhile, rinse & core tomatoes; chop & place this In a large-ish bowl.
  • Step #4 Add basil, olive oil, garlic, & vinegar; mix carefully.
  • Step #5 Drain pasta well & add to tomato mixture.
  • Step #6 Mix, adding parmesan cheese, salt, & pepper to taste.
  • Enjoy the Tomato & Basil Orzo Salad recipe

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