Ingredients
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- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 cup orzo uncooked
- 2 cloves garlic finely minced
- 2 cups vegetable broth
- ½ cup heavy whipping cream
- 3 tablespoons butter
- ½ cup freshly grated parmesan cheese plus more for serving
- ½ teaspoon salt
- freshly chopped parsley optional for garnish
- ½ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper optional for garnish
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
- Add the orzo and cook for about 2 minutes, stirring occasionally, until lightly toasted.
- Incorporate the garlic and cook for 30–60 seconds until fragrant.
- Pour in the broth, bring to a gentle simmer, cover, and cook for about 10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the orzo is tender.
- Stir in heavy cream, butter, parmesan cheese, and salt until creamy and cheese melts.
- Remove from heat and garnish with parsley, cracked black pepper, and extra parmesan if desired.
Last Step:
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For added flavor, use garlic-infused olive oil.
This dish pairs well with grilled chicken or vegetables for a hearty meal.
Vegetable broth can be replaced with chicken broth for a non-vegetarian option.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 9g
- Cholesterol: 70mg