It’s a dreary day outside, I just took the written driver’s exam in order to get a local driver’s license (never did like the DMV), and the RNC is in town causing madness all up in this place. A bizarre day like this calls for a warm, soothing recipe.

What you’ll need:

• 3 Tbsp Olive Oil
• 1 lb mushrooms
• 4 C veggie broth
• 2 C orzo pasta
• a couple of onion slices
• a few leaves fresh chopped basil
• 1 clove garlic chopped
• salt and pepper to taste

Heat oil in large, heavy sauce pan over medium-high heat. Sauté onion, mushrooms, basil, and garlic. Pour in broth, boil. Stir in orzo, reduce heat, cover. Simmer until orzo is tender and liquid is absorbed (about 15 minutes- be careful not to overcook so orzo doesn’t get too mushy). Remove cover and cook off remaining liquid. Season. Throw on a few roasted pine nuts if you like.