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Orzo with Peas, Dill, and Pancetta

3.5

(12)

This pasta dish would be a great side with grilled trout.

Recipe information

  • Total Time

    25 minutes

  • Yield

    Makes 6 side-dish servings

Ingredients

1/2 pound orzo (rice-shaped pasta)
3 ounces pancetta (Italian bacon), chopped (about 1/2 cup)
1/2 cup chopped shallots (about 4)
1 cup shelled fresh peas or frozen petite peas, thawed
5 tablespoons chopped fresh dill, divided
1 cup low-salt chicken broth
1 tablespoon Sherry wine vinegar

Preparation

  1. Step 1

    Cook orzo in large saucepan of boiling salted water until tender but still firm to bite, stirring occasionally. Drain.

    Step 2

    Meanwhile, sauté pancetta and chopped shallots in heavy large skillet over medium-high heat until brown, about 4 minutes. Add peas and 4 tablespoons chopped dill; stir to coat. Add chicken broth and boil until reduced by half, about 4 minutes. Add Sherry wine vinegar; boil 1 minute. Add orzo to skillet; stir to coat. Season to taste with salt and pepper. Transfer to medium bowl; sprinkle with remaining 1 tablespoon chopped dill. Serve warm or at room temperature.

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