INGREDIENTS

1 cup dried orzo

1 garlic clove, crushed

1 tablespoon butter

1/4 cup heavy cream

1 can (15 ounces) Bartlett pears, drained and diced

1 cup grated Parmesan cheese

2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley

Coarsely ground black pepper, to taste

METHOD

Cook pasta according to package directions; drain. In large skillet heat butter and garlic. Add cooked pasta. Cook and stir until garlic is cooked and pasta is well coated. Stir in cream and pears; heat through. Remove from heat; stir in Parmesan and parsley; sprinkle with pepper.

NUTRITION (Per Serving)
Calories: 252
Protein: 10g
Carbohydrate: 31g
Fiber: 2g
Fat: 10g
Sodium: 278mg
Cholesterol: 29mg