Creamy orzo with asparagus & parmesan

Ingredients

• 1 cup orzo
• 1 cup asparagus, cut into 1 inch pieces
• 1 tbsp butter or margarine
• 1/4 to 1/2 cup cream
• 1/4 cup grated parmesan cheese
• Salt & Pepper, to taste

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Preparation

• Bring a large sauce pan of water to a boil over medium heat.
• Cook the orzo until tender, about 10 minutes.
  
  After the orzo has been cooking for about 5 minutes, add the asparagus to the same pot
• Once the orzo and asaparagus are cooked and tender, drain and return to the pot.
• Quickly add the parmesan cheese and butter.
  
  Stir thoroughly, allowing both the cheese and butter to melt.
• Slowly add the cream to the mixture, while stirring.
• Continue to stir and add cream until you reach your desired consistency.
• Season with salt and pepper.
  
  Voila! You have a delicious side dish! Serve immediately.