Ingredients

• 1 1/4 cups uncooked orzo (half of 1 lb. box)
• 2 Tbsp. butter
• 1 Tbsp. olive oil
• 1 small onion, chopped (1/2 cup)
• 2 cloves garlic, finely chopped
• 2 tsp. finely chopped, peeled fresh ginger
• 1 box (10 oz.) frozen peas, thawed
• 1 tsp. salt
• 1/4 tsp. black pepper
• 1/2 cup canned chicken broth
• 2 Tbsp. fresh lemon juice
• 1/2 up packed fresh mint leaves, chopped

Directions

1. Cook orzo following package directions. Drain.
2. Heat 1 Tbsp. butter and the olive oil in large skillet over medium heat. Add onion, garlic and ginger; sauté until onion is softened, about 10 minutes. Stir in peas, salt, pepper and broth. Bring to a boil over high heat. Stir in cooked orzo; reduce heat to medium-low and heat through, about 3 minutes.
3. Stir in remaining 1 Tbsp. butter, the lemon juice and chopped fresh mint, and serve.

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