Orzo with seasoning

6 slices lean bacon 3 scallions , finely chopped 1 -2 garlic clove , minced 3 cups chicken broth 1 1/2 cups orzo pasta 1 cup freshly grated parmesan cheese[...]

2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil 1 lb Italian sausage , sweet, casings removed 1 onion , large, thinly sliced 1 garlic clove , large, minced 1 1/2 cups[...]

I was really in the mood for a risotto but didn't have a single grain of arborio rice in the house. I did, however, have a bag of orzo pasta. Since it looks[...]