Pine Nut Dressing

12 ounces ground beef

4 ounces onion -- finely chopped

1/2 teaspoon concentrated chicken base

1/4 teaspoon garlic powder

1/2 teaspoon coarsely ground pepper

6 cups orzo

1/4 cup pine nuts

Saute beef, onion, chicken base, garlic powder, pepper and pine nuts until onions are tender. Add mixture to orzo.