Orzo with Parmesan and Basil

Description
Contributed by Catsrecipes Y-Group
 * Source: my old recipes
 * Serves 6

Ingredients

 * 3 tbsp unsalted butter
 * 1½ cup orzo (rice shaped pasta)
 * 3 cups chicken broth (canned or homemade)
 * ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
 * 6 tbsp fresh basil, julienne or ½ tbsp dried basil, crumbled
 * salt
 * pepper
 * fresh basil sprigs for garnish

Directions

 * 1) Melt butter in large skillet over medium high heat.
 * 2) Add orzo and sauté 2 minute.
 * 3) Add broth and bring to boil.
 * 4) Reduce heat, cover and simmer until orzo is tender and liquid is absorbed, about 20 minutes.
 * 5) Mix in Parmesan and basil julienne.
 * 6) Season with salt and pepper.
 * 7) Transfer orzo to shallow bowl.
 * 8) Garnish with basil sprigs and serve.