Tomatoes stuffed with orzo & vegetables

4 Servings

Ingredients

QuantityIngredient
cupUncooked orzo
2tablespoonsVegetable oil
3cupsChicken broth
2tablespoonsThinly sliced fresh basil
1smallRed bell pepper, chopped
3Green onions, sliced
¼teaspoonSalt
¼teaspoonPepper
½cupGrated Parmesan cheese
4mediumsTomatoes

Directions

Saute orzo in hot oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until golden (about 5 minutes). Add broth; bring to a boil. Cover, reduce heat, and simmer 20 minutes or until orzo is tender and liquid is absorbed. Stir in basil and next 4 ingredients. Cover and chill. Stir Parmesan cheese into orzo mixture.

Cut tomatoes to resemble petals, cutting to but not through bottoms.

Spoon orzo mixture into tomatoes.