Parmesan Basil Orzo Recipe
Servings: 4
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 1 cup orzo
- 2 cups chicken broth
- 1/2 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tablespoons chopped basil
- salt and pepper, to taste
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Nutrition Facts
| Amount Per Serving | %DV |
|---|---|
| Serving Size 197g | |
| Recipe makes 4 servings | |
| Calories 333 | |
| Calories from Fat 91 | 27% |
| Total Fat 10.35g | 13% |
| Saturated Fat 6.01g | 24% |
| Trans Fat 0.0g | |
| Cholesterol 26mg | 9% |
| Sodium 423mg | 18% |
| Potassium 246mg | 7% |
| Total Carbs 45.17g | 12% |
| Dietary Fiber 2.4g | 8% |
| Sugars 1.7g | 1% |
| Protein 13.79g | 22% |
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