Seasoned Orzo and Black Beans

17 Reviews

Prep: 20 min
Cook: 5 min
Ready In: 25 min

“Simple dish, easily and quickly prepared, that can be served on its own for a complete meal. Orzo pasta resembles a short grain white rice, but takes less time to cook.” - by Kathy Miller

Ingredients

6 cups water
1 cup uncooked orzo pasta
1 (16 ounce) package frozen mixed vegetables
1 (15 ounce) can black beans, rinsed and drained
3 tablespoons butter
1/2 teaspoon dried tarragon
1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
salt to taste
ground black pepper to taste

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Original recipe yields 6 servings

Directions

In a 4 quart saucepan, combine water and pasta. Cook over medium high heat until mixture comes to a full boil, 4 to 6 minutes. Continue cooking, stirring occasionally, until pasta is tender, 8 to 10 minutes.
Stir in frozen vegetables, cover, and reduce heat to medium low. Cook until vegetables are tender crisp, 2 to 4 minutes. Do not overcook. Drain.
Stir in beans, butter or margarine, tarragon, and thyme. Continue cooking until heated through. Season to taste with salt and pepper.

Nutrition

Amount Per Serving (6 total)

Calories
295 cal
15%

Fat
7.2 g
11%

Carbs
47.3 g
15%

Based on a 2,000 calorie diet

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Reviews (17)

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SWEETJ95

Oct. 22, 2002

"This is one of my favorite dishes. I have found that bow-tie pasta works as a good substitute for the orzo as it holds the ingredients together better and makes the dish a little more substantial as ..." See morea main dish rather than a side."

SSCOOPER

Jan. 13, 2003

"This was great! I altered it slightly: I added a small can of mushrooms (drained). Since I didn't a bag of frozen mixed veggies, I used a small bag of frozen peas. I didn't have tarragon, so I adde..." See mored some basil, onion salt and pepper. Very satisfying."

TGCM

Sep. 10, 2007

"I did not care for this dish at all despite being a fan of black beans, orzo and veggies. The seasoning was off - no depth of flavour and the dish was dry and lifeless. Not a favorite for sure...." See more"

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