Greek Orzo And Broccoli

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The warm side dish delivers strong feta and olive flavors while red pepper flakes add a little spice. Sometimes i add some diced red bell pepper to add color, but i really prefer it without the red bell pepper. the original idea for this recipe came from a recipe on allrecipes, but i've added some things and made others optional.

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Steps

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In a large saucepan , cook pasta in boiling water for 7 minutes.

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Add broccoli and cook 2-3 minutes longer or until pasta is tender.

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Drain.

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Meanwhile , in a small bowl , combine the olives , feta cheese , parmesan cheese and basil.

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In a small nonstick skillet , saute almonds and minced garlic in oil for about 1 minute.

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Stir in red pepper flakes and pepper.

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Cook and stir 1 minute longer.

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Pour over pasta mixture.

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Toss to coat.

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Stir in olive mixture.

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Toss to coat.

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Enjoy !.

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Ingredients

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orzo pasta, fresh broccoli florets, greek olive, feta cheese, parmesan cheese, fresh basil, slivered almonds, garlic clove, olive oil, crushed red pepper flakes, pepper