Categories: Pasta

Ingredients

• 1/2 lb. orzo
• 1 tsp. olive oil
• 11/4 c. chopped leeks
• 1/2 c. fresh or frozen peas
• 1/2 tsp. salt
• .13 tsp. ground black pepper
• 1 c. fresh ricotta
• 4 strip thick bacon
• 1/2 c. whole milk
• ⅓ c. grated Parmesan
• 1 tbsp. chopped fresh dill

Directions

1. Fill a large pot with water and bring to a boil. Add 2 tablespoons salt and the pasta. Cook for 4 minutes. Drain and rinse well. Set aside.
2. Heat the oil in a large skillet over medium heat and add the leeks. Cook until leeks are tender and bright green, about 3 minutes. Add the peas, salt, and pepper and cook for 1 minute. Add the orzo, ricotta, and bacon and toss well over medium heat until warm, about 3 minutes. Add the milk, Parmesan, and dill and cook for 1 more minute. Serve hot.

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