Lemon-Basil Orzo with Parmesan

Ingredients

• 0.3 teaspoon pepper black
• 0.3 cup basil fresh chopped
• 2  garlic cloves minced
• 2 teaspoons lemon rind grated
• 2 teaspoons olive oil 
• 0.8 cup orzo pasta uncooked
• 0.5 ounce parmigiano-reggiano cheese grated
• 0.3 teaspoon salt 

Equipment

• frying pan

Directions

1. Cook the orzo according to package directions, omitting the salt and fat.
2. Drain.
3. . While orzo cooks, heat oil in a medium nonstick skillet over medium-high heat.
4. Add lemon rind and garlic; saut 1 minute.
5. Remove from heat.
6. Add orzo, basil, and remaining ingredients; toss well.
7. Garnish with basil, if desired.
8. Serve immediately.