Mushroom Pasta Pilaf

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

1. In a large skillet, saute onion in butter until tender.
2. 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.