Tomato Scented Orzo

Total time: 25 minutes
    When tomatoes are in full summer season I tend to use them with abandon.  Grating them makes a lovely, fresh tasting sauce or addition to any food.  If not available I use 1/3 cup tomato sauce.

 Ingredients:

• 1/2 cup (4.5oz, 130gr) orzo
• 1 medium tomato, grated
• 1/2 - 3/4 cup chicken stock
• 1 tbs snipped fresh chives
• 1 tbs snipped fresh basil

 Instructions:

• Grating the tomato:
• Cut the tomato in half. 
• Cup one half in your hand and rub it on the big holes of a box (or other style) grater until all that is left in your hand is the skin.  You'll have to press a bit, but not too hard. Be careful not to grate your hand. 
• Orzo:
• Measure the tomato and add enough chicken stock to equal 1 cup plus 1 tbs. 
• Put into a small saucepan, add orzo, cover and simmer over low heat until all liquid has been absorbed, stirring occasionally. 
• Taste the orzo to see if it's done to your liking.  If not add 1 - 2 tbs water, depending on how juicy the tomato was. Stir in herbs.
• Total cooking time is 10 - 15 minutes, depending on the orzo. Serve hot or warm.