Creamy Mediterranean Orzo - Pantala : Pantala

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons butter or olive oil
• 1 small onion, chopped
• 2 teaspoons chopped garlic
• 1/4 teaspoon (or to taste) red pepper flakes
• 3/4 cup orzo (rice-shaped pasta)
• 1 1/2 cups water
• 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
• 1 jar Pantala Mykonos Greek-Inspired Tapenade
• 1 cup finely grated Parmesan cheese
• 1/4 cup chopped fresh basil
• Freshly ground black pepper to taste