Orzo Carbonara

Heat the chicken broth in a large sauce pan on the stove. Cook bacon in cast iron pan until crisp. Pour off all except 1 tbsp or so drippings from pan and gradually mix in orzo, toasting until lightly brown. (This happens fast dont burn it).

With the toasted orzo on medium low, add hot broth approximately 1 cup at a time, and as the broth is taken up by the orzo, add more until 4 cups have been added. This should take as long as the suggested cooking time for the orzo, but slightly faster is also fine. Simmer uncovered until orzo is just tender but still al dente, stirring often.

Add cream, bring to simmer. Mix in cheese and peas. Season with pepper as needed. Thin with additional broth or water as needed. Serve immediately.

Serves about 6