BROCCOLI AND ORZO CASSEROLE

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We used one of our favorite creamy cheeses, Havarti, in this comforting casserole. The mild Danish cheese is widely available in different flavors - try dill or caraway for extra punch.

Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Time 1h5m

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 13

3 tablespoons unsalted butter, plus 1 tablespoon melted and more for greasing dish
Kosher salt
1 cup dry orzo pasta
6 cups broccoli florets (about 12 ounces)
2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
1 small onion, diced (about 1/2 cup)
2 cloves garlic, minced
2 1/2 cups whole milk
1 1/2 cups shredded Havarti
1/4 cup sour cream
3 tablespoons grated Parmesan
Freshly ground black pepper
1/2 cup panko bread crumbs

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F. Butter a 2-quart casserole dish.
  • Bring a large pot of generously salted water to a boil. Add the orzo, stir and cook for 5 minutes. Add the broccoli florets and cook until bright green, about 1 minute. Strain and set aside.
  • Heat a large pot or Dutch oven over medium heat. Add the butter and flour, whisk together and cook for about 1 minute. Add the onions and garlic and cook, stirring, until the onions have softened, about 5 minutes. Whisk in the milk, bring the sauce to a low boil, reduce to a simmer and simmer gently for about 5 minutes. Turn off the heat and add 1 cup of the Havarti, sour cream, 2 tablespoons of the Parmesan, 1 teaspoon salt and pepper to taste. Gently fold in the broccoli and orzo.
  • Transfer the mixture to the buttered casserole dish. Sprinkle with the remaining 1/2 cup Havarti and 1 tablespoon Parmesan. Toss the bread crumbs with the remaining 1 tablespoon melted butter in a small bowl. Season with salt and spread evenly over the casserole. Bake until brown and bubbly, about 30 minutes.

Socorro Estrada
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This casserole is a great way to use up leftover chicken.


Sophia White
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I've been making this casserole for years and it's always a favorite. The creamy sauce is so flavorful and the broccoli and orzo cook perfectly. I love that it's a one-dish meal, so there's less cleanup involved. I highly recommend this recipe to any


ff samin
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This casserole is perfect for a cold winter night.


It’s Sara
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This broccoli and orzo casserole is a delicious and comforting dish. The creamy sauce and tender broccoli are a perfect match for the orzo. I also love the addition of cheese, which gives the casserole a nice cheesy flavor. I highly recommend this re


Shahzad Billa
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This casserole is a great way to get your kids to eat their vegetables.


ubongita topcoat
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I've been making this casserole for years and it's always a favorite. The creamy sauce is so flavorful and the broccoli and orzo cook perfectly. I love that it's a one-dish meal, so there's less cleanup involved. I highly recommend this recipe to any


Asik Miah
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This casserole is perfect for a weeknight meal.


Kayden Pallitt
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I made this casserole for a potluck and it was a huge hit! Everyone loved the creamy sauce and the tender broccoli and orzo. I will definitely be making this again for my next potluck.


Shovo Roy
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This is the best broccoli and orzo casserole I've ever had!


Sulman Sarwar
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This broccoli and orzo casserole is a delicious and comforting dish. The creamy sauce and tender broccoli are a perfect match for the orzo. I also love the addition of cheese, which gives the casserole a nice cheesy flavor. I highly recommend this re


Abdulrahman haitham
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This casserole is a great way to use up leftover broccoli and orzo.


YT TIKTOKER
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I was pleasantly surprised by how much I enjoyed this casserole. I'm not usually a fan of broccoli, but the way it was cooked in this dish was perfect. The sauce was also very flavorful and creamy. I will definitely be making this again.


tiffany winklaar
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This is my go-to recipe for broccoli and orzo casserole. It's always a hit!


Tirtho Podder
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I've made this casserole several times now and it's always a crowd-pleaser. The creamy sauce is so flavorful and the broccoli and orzo cook perfectly. I love that it's a one-dish meal, so there's less cleanup involved. I highly recommend this recipe


y shawon entertainment
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Delicious and easy to make!


Israel Castro
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This broccoli and orzo casserole was a hit with my family! The combination of the tender broccoli, creamy sauce, and flavorful orzo was perfect. The recipe was easy to follow and didn't take too long to make. I will definitely be adding this to my re