Ingredients
1-1/2 cups uncooked orzo pasta4 bacon strips, chopped2 cups cubed peeled butternut squash (1/2-inch cubes)1/2 cup chopped onion1 cup cut fresh or frozen green beans, thawed1 garlic clove, minced1 tablespoon butter1 teaspoon garlic salt1/4 teaspoon pepper1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheeseMinced fresh parsley
Preparation
In a large saucepan, cook orzo according to package directions.
Meanwhile, in a large skillet, cook bacon over medium heat until crisp, stirring occasionally. Remove with a slotted spoon; drain on paper towels. Cook and stir squash and onion in bacon drippings until tender, 8-10 minutes. Add beans and garlic; cook 1 minute longer.
Drain orzo; stir into squash mixture. Add butter, garlic salt, pepper and reserved bacon; heat through. Sprinkle with Parmesan and parsley.
