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Orzo with Peas, Dill and Pancetta

 

Wonderful side-dish to fish...
 

˝ lb 

 

orzo (rice-shaped pasta)

 

3 ounces 

 

pancetta (Italian bacon), chopped (about ˝ cup)

 

˝ cup 

 

chopped shallots (about 4)

 

1 cup 

 

shelled fresh peas or frozen petite peas, thawed

 

5 Tbs 

 

chopped fresh dill, divided

 

1 cup 

 

low-salt chicken broth

 

1 Tbs 

 

Sherry wine vinegar

 

 

1

Cook orzo in large saucepan of boiling salted water until tender but still firm to bite, stirring occasionally. Drain.

2

Meanwhile, sauté pancetta and chopped shallots in heavy large skillet over medium-high heat until brown, about 4 minutes. Add peas and 4 Tablespoons chopped dill; stir to coat. Add chicken broth and boil until reduced by half, about 4 minutes. Add Sherry wine vinegar; boil 1 minute. Add orzo to skillet; stir to coat. Season to taste with salt and pepper. Transfer to medium bowl; sprinkle with remaining 1 tablespoon chopped dill. Serve warm or at room temperature.

 

Servings: 6

 

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