Lemon Asparagus Baked Orzo

0 Preheat oven to 400º F.
1 In a large baking dish add the olive oil, garlic, basil, shallots, chopped asparagus, lemon zest and juice. 
2 Add the dry orzo pasta to the dish and pour the chicken stock over the mixture. Stir to combine and season with salt and pepper. 
3 Bake for 15 minutes. 
4 Remove from oven and sprinkle the Italian cheese blend on the top of the dish.
5 Bake for an additional 10-15 minutes until the cheese has melted and the orzo has become tender.