Saffron Orzo With Asparagus - cooking recipe

Ingredients

2 tablespoons butter
1 1/4 cups orzo pasta
3 cups chicken broth
1/2 teaspoon crushed saffron
1 lb thin asparagus, sliced into 1/2 inch pieces
1/4 cup grated parmesan cheese, plus shavings for garnish
salt & pepper

Preparation

heat butter in skillet, add orzo and stir.
add broth and saffron, bring to boil, cover, reduce heat to simmer, cook 8 minutes add asparagus, cover, cook 5 minutes more.
uncover and simmer until liquid is absorbed.
stir in parmesan cheese, salt, pepper.
serve in a bowl garnished with shavings.