ARUGULA AND ORZO WITH CANADIAN BACON ENJOY DAN:

       ORZO WITH ARUGULA AND CANADIAN BACON by CHEF DAN:

Serves 4

INGREDIENTS:

1/2- pound orzo

2 tablespoons olive oil

2 shallots

3 tablespoons fresh chives

2 teaspoons lemon zest, plus more for serving

1 bunch arugula, thick stems trimmed, leaves torn

3 ounces Canadian bacon, chopped

1/3-cup Parmesan cheese

Salt and pepper to taste

DIRECTIONS:

1.   Cook orzo in a pot of salted boiling water, until al Dente.

2.   Drain, reserving 2 cups.

3.   Meanwhile, heat oil in a skillet over medium-heat.

4.   Add shallots, Canadian bacon, and sauté for 4-5 minutes.

5.   Add orzo, chives, 2 teaspoons lemon zest, and 3/4-cup cooking liquid.

6.   Cook tossing and adding more liquid 1/4-cupful as needed, about 4 minutes.

7.   Add arugula and 1/3-cup Parmesan cheese, season with salt and pepper.

8.   Top orzo with more lemon zest and Parmesan cheese.

      ENJOY DAN:                               BON-APPETITE!!