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Compare yourself with those who on the Lord’s Day hear nothing except the dismal sound of the world. What a privilege it is for you to hear the proclamation of the gospel! Bakker, Frans.
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Tuesday
Jun242008

A Light, Summery Sidedish

Here's a nice summery side dish, especially if you've got fresh herbs growing in your garden:

orzo.JPGHerbed Lemon Orzo

Prepare one cup of orzo according to the package instructions, substituting chicken broth for the water.

While that's cooking, zest and juice one lemon.  Collect an assortment of fresh herbs from the garden, enough for about 2 big tablespoons. (I used curly parsley, chives, thyme, rosemary, and basil.)  Wash, pat dry, and rough chop.

Drain the orzo, sprinkle with zest and herbs and give it a good squirt of extra virgin olive oil.  Add lemon juice and toss.  (I also added a sprinkle of crushed red peppers because we like things hot, but you could leave that out).

It's pretty, it's simple; the flavor reminds me of unadulterated summer.   I served it along side a pork loin roast last night with a garden salad and steamed zucchini and it was just right.

Reader Comments (2)

I love using jazzed up orzo and couscous in the summer; so quick and light. Your recipe sounds great!

June 24, 2008 | Unregistered Commenterrosemary

I've never had orzo - you make it sound very tasty!

June 25, 2008 | Unregistered CommenterIslandsparrow

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