Orange-Basil Orzo Pilaf

Ingredients

• 0.3 teaspoon pepper black freshly ground
• 1 tablespoon butter 
• 1.3 cups carrots diced finely ( 2 medium)
• 0.8 cup celery diced finely ( 2 stalks)
• 0.3 cup basil fresh chopped
• 2  garlic cloves minced
• 0.8 cup onion diced finely ( 1 small)
• 2 tablespoons orange juice fresh
• 2 teaspoons orange rind fresh grated
• 12 ounces orzo pasta uncooked
• 0.5 teaspoon salt 
• 32 ounce carton fat-free

Equipment

• frying pan

Directions

1. Place broth in a medium sauce-pan; bring broth to a boil.
2. Add orzo; reduce heat, and simmer 9 minutes or until tender.
3. Drain.
4. While orzo cooks, melt butter in a large nonstick skillet over medium heat.
5. Add carrot and next 3 ingredients; saut 5 to 7 minutes or until tender.
6. Add cooked orzo, basil, and remaining ingredients; stir well to combine.