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               Orzo/Fresh Tomato Sauce  Philly.Inq. JJGF65A

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Serving Size  : 4    Preparation Time :0:00
Categories    : Sauces                           Pasta
                Italian

  Amount  Measure       Ingredient -- Preparation Method
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   4      cup           Water
     1/2  pound         Ripe tomatoes,peeled -- 1/2"cub
   1                    Salt to taste
   1                    Fresh ground pepper to taste
     3/4  cup           Orzo
     1/4  teaspoon      Red pepper flakes
   2      tablespoon    Olive oil
   2      tablespoon    Fresh basil,shred -- loose pack
   1      teaspoon      Garlic -- finely minced

Bring water to a boil in a saucepan and add salt to taste.Add orzo and cook,stirring briefly,10 minutes or until tender.Do not over cook.Drain.
Meanwhile,heat oil in a sauce pan and add garlic.Cook stirring.Do not brown.Add tomatoes and sprinkle with salt,pepper and pepper flakes.Stir and bring to a boil.Add orzo and basil.Stir to blend,and serve.Makes 4 servings...



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