Bacon Shallot Rice Pilaf

Total Time: 23 mins Preparation Time: 5 mins Cook Time: 18 mins

Ingredients

• Servings: 2
• 2 pieces thick-sliced bacon, cut into 1/2 inch pieces
• 1/4 cup orzo pasta
• 1/4 cup chopped shallot
• 1/2 cup long-grain rice
• 1/2 cup low sodium chicken broth
• 1/2 cup water
• 1/8 teaspoon salt

Recipe

• 1 cook bacon in medium saucepan over medium-high heat until browned, turning frequently; transfer bacon with slotted spoon to paper towels to drain and set aside.
• 2 add orzo to saucepan, and cook and stir 3 to 4 minutes. add shallots, and cook and stir until shallots are tender and orzo is golden, 3 to 4 minutes longer.
• 3 add rice, stirring to coat with fat. add broth, water and salt. bring to boil, cover, reduce to simmer, and cook until liquid is absorbed, 15 to 18 minutes.
• 4 remove from heat. let stand 5 minutes. sprinkle reserved bacon on top. serve hot.