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Definition of "orzo" []

  • A pasta shaped like grains of rice, frequently used in soups. (noun)

American Heritage(R) Dictionary of the English Language, Fifth Edition. Copyright (c) 2011 by Houghton Mifflin Harcourt Publishing Company. Published by Houghton Mifflin Harcourt Publishing Company. All rights reserved.

Use "orzo" in a sentence
  • "Making a risotto with orzo is so easy that I definitely will do it again in the future."
  • "After this, stir the mixture and taste — check that the orzo is cooked through and adjust the seasoning if necessary."
  • "I've always called the category "pilaf," but apparently that's technically incorrect, as tanaise informs me that a pilaf has to contain orzo or other pasta?"