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Creamy Parmesan Orzo

Ingredients
- 1 tbsp butter
- 1 cup orzo
- 1 1/4 cups fat-free, less-sodium chicken broth
- 1 1/4 cups water
- 1/4 cup grated fresh Parmesan cheese
- 3 tbsp chopped fresh basil
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
- 4 tsp pine nuts, toasted
Instructions
- Heat butter in a medium saucepan over medium heat. Add orzo & cook 3 minutes, stirring constantly.
- Stir in broth & water; bring to a boil. Reduce heat and simmer until liquid is absorbed & orzo is done (about 15 minutes). Remove from heat.
- Stir in cheese, basil, salt & pepper. Sprinkle with pine nuts.