Sun-dried Tomato Basil Orzo

Ingredients

• 2 cups uncooked orzo pasta
• 1/2 cup chopped fresh basil leaves
• 1/3 cup chopped oil-packed sun-dried tomatoes
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 3/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper

Directions

1. Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Add orzo and cook for 8 to 10 minutes or until al dente. Drain and set aside.
2. Place basil leaves and sun-dried tomatoes in a food processor. Pulse 4 or 5 times until blended.
3. In a large bowl, toss together the orzo, basil-tomato mixture, olive oil, Parmesan cheese, salt and pepper. Serve warm or chilled.

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