Greek-Style Lemony Rice And Orzo Pilaf With Feta - cooking recipe

Ingredients

3 -4 tablespoons butter or 3 -4 tablespoons olive oil
1 small onion, chopped
1 -2 tablespoon fresh minced garlic
1 pinch dried thyme or 1 pinch dried oregano
2 cups long grain white rice
1/4 cup orzo pasta
4 cups chicken broth
1/2 cup lemon juice (use fresh lemon juice if possible)
1 -2 teaspoon black pepper (to taste)
salt (to taste)
1/3 cup crumbled feta cheese (optional or to taste)

Preparation

In a medium saucepan melt butter over medium heat; add in onion, garlic and thyme, stir for about 3 minutes.
Add in the rice and orzo; cook stirring for 3 minutes.
Add in the broth and lemon juice; bring to a boil over medium heat.
Add in black pepper, reduce the heat to low and simmer covered for about 20-22 minutes or until the liquid has absorbed.
Transfer to a serving dish then sprinkle the feta on top (if using).
Delicious!