I have never cooked with orzo pasta before but I have to say this worked really well - it is just like risotto but a lot quicker and easier as you aren't constantly stirring and adding stock
I saw this recipe on the newly slim Nigellas cookery programme Nigellisima. It cooks much quicker than a normal risotto as orzo pasta is used instead of risotto rice
Nigella uses pancetta, but I had bacon instead, and I decided to add mushrooms. This recipe is based on the Nigella Lawson recipe in her Nigellissima book (featured on the TV series)
On the Nigellissima Christmas Special the bit at the end shows Nigellawith a fit of the giggles when making this, there is something comical about shaping it, I was giggling too
Another big hit this week was Nigella's Broccoli and Stilton Soup. Pea & PancettaPastaRisotto. Pasta bake is a great comfort food and Simon Hopkinson's Baked Pappardelle withPancettaand Porcini is always a winner
