Simple to make with most ingredients readily available on your pantry shelf.
1 small onion, chopped
1/4 cup butter
1 1/3 cups uncooked ring, orzo or other small pasta
1 (10-1/2 ounce) can beef consomme, undiluted
1 cup water
1 (7-ounce) can mushroom stems and pieces, undrained
1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
1 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon soy sauce
Freshly ground pepper to taste
In a large skillet, saute onion in butter until tender.
Add remaining ingredients; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 15 to 20 minutes or until pasta is tender and liquid is absorbed.
Makes 6 to 8 servings.