Orzo And Broccoli In Sesame Dressing Recipes

GREEK ORZO AND BROCCOLI

Steps:

• In a large saucepan, cook pasta in boiling water for 7 minutes. Add broccoli and cook 2-3 minutes longer or until pasta is tender; drain. Meanwhile, in a small bowl, combine the olives, feta cheese, Parmesan cheese and basil., In a small nonstick skillet, saute almonds in oil for about 1 minute. Stir in red pepper flakes and pepper; cook and stir 1 minute longer. Pour over pasta mixture; toss to coat. Stir in olive mixture; toss to coat.

BROCCOLI AND ORZO CASSEROLE

Steps:

• Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F. Butter a 2-quart casserole dish.
• Bring a large pot of generously salted water to a boil. Add the orzo, stir and cook for 5 minutes. Add the broccoli florets and cook until bright green, about 1 minute. Strain and set aside.
• Heat a large pot or Dutch oven over medium heat. Add the butter and flour, whisk together and cook for about 1 minute. Add the onions and garlic and cook, stirring, until the onions have softened, about 5 minutes. Whisk in the milk, bring the sauce to a low boil, reduce to a simmer and simmer gently for about 5 minutes. Turn off the heat and add 1 cup of the Havarti, sour cream, 2 tablespoons of the Parmesan, 1 teaspoon salt and pepper to taste. Gently fold in the broccoli and orzo.
• Transfer the mixture to the buttered casserole dish. Sprinkle with the remaining 1/2 cup Havarti and 1 tablespoon Parmesan. Toss the bread crumbs with the remaining 1 tablespoon melted butter in a small bowl. Season with salt and spread evenly over the casserole. Bake until brown and bubbly, about 30 minutes.

ORZO AND BROCCOLI SALAD

Steps:

• Cook pasta in large saucepan as directed on package, omitting salt and adding broccoli to the boiling water for the last 2 min.; drain. Rinse with cold water; drain well.
• Place pasta mixture in large bowl. Add tomatoes, peppers and 3/4 cup dressing; mix lightly.
• Refrigerate 1 hour. Add cheese, nuts and remaining dressing; mix lightly.

CHICKEN AND BROCCOLI ALFREDO ORZO

Steps:

• Melt butter in skillet over medium-high heat. Add garlic, and cook for about 1 minute.
• Stir in chicken and saute until the surface of the chicken loses most of its pink color. Add the broccoli; stir to coat. Stir in orzo.
• Pour in the chicken stock and Ragu® Classic Alfredo Sauce. Stir well. Cover and reduce heat to medium. Cook until orzo is cooked, about 12 minutes.
• Turn off heat and uncover. Stir and allow to rest for 1 to 2 minutes before serving.

LIGHT AND REFRESHING SESAME ORZO SALAD

Steps:

• Cook orzo pasta in boiling water for about 4 minutes.
• Rinse with cold water and drain.
• Place in a large bowl.
• In a liquid measuring cup with a spout, mix the dressing ingredients together.
• Slice the water chestnuts if they weren't presliced, and then cut the slices into quarters to make small pieces.
• Add these to the bowl with the pasta.
• Add the broccoli, onions, bell pepper, peas, carrots, and sprouts to the bowl, and mix gently but thoroughly.
• Add the dressing and mix again.
• Refrigerate several hours or overnight.
• Before serving, stir the salad up to remix it, and sprinkle sunflower kernals on top.
• Thinly slice the orange and then cut the slices in half.
• Stand these up around the edge of the bowl as a garnish.
• Serve cold or at room temperature.

ORZO PASTA SALAD WITH DRIED CRANBERRIES

Steps:

• Bring water, orzo, and salt to a boil in a saucepan. Reduce heat to medium-low, cover, and simmer until orzo is tender, 20 to 25 minutes.
• Rinse orzo under cold water and scrape into a large bowl. Let cool for 20 minutes.
• Stir in green onions, celery, cranberries, lemon juice, sesame oil, vinegar, olive oil, and cayenne pepper. Let stand at room temperature until flavors blend, about 1 hour. Stir in pecans and cilantro before serving.

ORZO AND BROCCOLI IN SESAME DRESSING

Steps:

• Bring 2 quarts water to boil in covered pot for orzo.
• Remove tough stems from broccoli and cut florets into bite-size pieces.
• In small bowl, thoroughly mix sesame paste, lemon juice, sesame oil and water. Stir in olives, thyme and pine nuts.
• Cook orzo in boiling water until tender, about 10 minutes.
• Steam broccoli 5 to 7 minutes.
• When orzo and broccoli are ready, drain and mix with sesame dressing.

SESAME ORANGE BROCCOLI RECIPE

Steps:

• Bring a large pot of salted water to a rolling boil.
• Add broccoli and boil for 1 minute. Drain and immediately place broccoli in a large bowl of ice water to stop it from cooking.
• In a small bowl, add the orange juice, soy sauce, orange zest, and cornstarch, whisking until the cornstarch is dissolved.
• Heat a non-stick wok or large deep skillet over high heat. Add sesame oil, scallions, garlic, and ginger and sauté for 30 seconds.
• Add the sauce and broccoli and sauté for 1 to 2 minutes until the broccoli is crisp tender. Sprinkle with sesame seeds and red pepper flakes.
• Serve immediately. Enjoy!

CHEESY BROCCOLI ORZO

Steps:

• Add orzo to a large pot of salted boiling water. Cook for 3 minutes then add chopped broccoli and cook for 2 more minutes, or until orzo is tender. Drain well (broccoli florets are notorious for holding onto water) then return to the pot. Add cheeses, butter, and 1/4 cup milk then stir well and add more milk if needed. Season with salt to taste.