Orzo with Romano and mushrooms

Orzo with Romano and Mushrooms
from Ellen's kitchen, thanks to Cooking Light

Ingredients:

• 3/4 cup uncooked orzo
• 1 1/2 tbs butter
• 3 cups sliced cremini mushrooms
• 1/2 tsp black pepper
• 3/8 tsp salt
• 1/4 cup chicken broth
• 1 tbs white balsamic vinegar
• 1/3 cup minced chives
• 1 oz (about 1/4 cup) shaved Romano cheese

Cook:

• pasta according to package, omitting salt and fat.

Melt:

• butter in large skillet over medium heat; cook 1 minute or until lightly browned.  Add mushrooms, pepper, and salt.  Cook 4 minutes or until mushrooms release their liquid, stirring frequently.  Add broth and vinegar; stir in orzo and chives. Top with cheese.