Orzo and Fresh Tomato Sauce


Course : Pasta
Serves: 4
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Ingredients:


4 cups water

1/2 pound ripe tomatoes -- peeled, 1/2 inch cubes

1 teaspoon salt to taste

1 teaspoon fresh ground pepper to taste

3/4 cup orzo

1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes

2 tablespoons olive oil

2 tablespoons fresh basil -- shred, loose pack

1 teaspoon garlic finely minced
 

Preparation / Directions:


Bring water to a boil in a saucepan and add salt to taste.Add orzo and cook,stirring briefly,10 minutes or until tender.Do not over cook.Drain. Meanwhile,heat oil in a sauce pan and add garlic.Cook stirring.Do not brown.Add tomatoes and sprinkle with salt,pepper and pepper flakes.Stir and bring to a boil.Add orzo and basil.Stir to blend,and serve.Makes 4 servings...


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