I have been having the hardest time finding orzo in the stores lately. I think the next time I find it in stock, I will have to buy a few extra boxes.
Orzo may look like rice, but it is actually pasta. This recipe creates a creamy and cheesy pasta side dish that can be on the table in about 15-20 minutes.
Creamy Garlic Parmesan Orzo
Ingredients:
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 cups orzo
- 2 cups vegetable broth
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1/4 cup diced yellow onion
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 3/4 cup shredded parmesan cheese
- 1/3 cup half and half
- 1 teaspoon dried basil
- black pepper
Directions:
- In a large skillet, over medium-high heat, heat the olive oil, about 1 minute. Add in the orzo and gently stir it around. Continue to stir the orzo constantly until it starts to turn golden brown, about 3-5 minutes.
- Once the orzo starts to turn golden brown, stir in 1/2 cup broth. Stir constantly until the broth has been absorbed. Pour in the rest of the broth and stir well. Bring the mixture to a boil, stirring often.
- Once the mixture reaches a boil, reduce the heat to a simmer. Cover the skillet and allow to simmer for 10-15 minutes or until the broth has been absorbed.
- Meanwhile, in a small saucepan over medium heat, melt the butter. Add in the diced onions and garlic. Season with black pepper and allow to cook for 2-3 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- Once the onions have softened, pour in the half and half, cheese and basil. Season with black pepper again, if desired.
- Pour the creamy garlic sauce over the cooked orzo and stir until well combined.
Enjoy!!!
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Nutrition Facts |
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Servings: 6 |
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Amount Per Serving |
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Calories: 389 |
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Total Fat |
18.4g |
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Saturated Fat |
8.7g |
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Trans Fat |
0g |
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Polyunsaturated Fat |
0g |
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Monounsaturated Fat |
2g |
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Cholesterol |
39.2mg |
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Sodium |
357.3mg |
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Total Carbohydrates |
44g |
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Dietary Fiber |
2.6g |
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Sugars |
2.7g |
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Protein |
12.2g |
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Calcium |
16.4% |
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Iron |
11% |
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Potassium |
20.8mg |
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Vitamin A |
7.2% |
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Vitamin C |
1.8% |
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*Nutritional information will vary depending on the brands you use. |
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*Adapted from Happily Unprocessed.
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