CREAMY ITALIAN ORZO
Orzo is a small Italian pasta that looks very much like rice. This dish is a fabulous blend of creaminess which gently balances the punch of the onion and garlic. Peas and cremini mushrooms are an added surprise in this dish that can be eaten as a side or a main course.
Provided by Adopted Parisian
Categories Onions
Time 25m
Yield 8 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Bring a salted water to a boil over high heat. Add the orzo and cook until tender but still al dente (slightly firm), stirring often, about 8 minutes. Drain, saving 1 cup of the cooking liquid.
- Meanwhile, heat oil in large frying pan over medium heat. Add onion, mushrooms and garlic, and saute until tender, about 2 minutes. Stir in the half and half and peas. Add the orzo and toss to coat. Remove pan from heat. Add parmesan to pasta mixture.
- Stir pasta mixture until the sauce coats the pasta thickly, adding enough reserved cooking liquid to maintain a creamy consistency. Season the orzo with desired amount of salt, and serve hot.
- Chunks of chicken or shrimp could be added if you choose to serve this as a main dish.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 370.3, Fat 12.3, SaturatedFat 5.5, Cholesterol 25, Sodium 213.1, Carbohydrate 50, Fiber 3.1, Sugar 3, Protein 14.6
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eilaina walker
[email protected]This is a great recipe for a quick and easy weeknight meal. It's also very versatile. You can add any vegetables you like, and it always turns out great. I've made it with broccoli, spinach, mushrooms, and even zucchini. It's always a hit with my
Umer bhutta
[email protected]This dish was a bit bland for my taste. I think it needed more seasoning. I also found the orzo to be a bit overcooked. Overall, it was an okay dish, but I wouldn't make it again.
jeevan Khadka
[email protected]I'm not a big fan of Italian food, but this dish was surprisingly good. The creamy sauce was really flavorful, and the orzo was cooked perfectly. I would definitely make this again.
Lata A
[email protected]This was a great recipe! It was easy to follow, and the end result was delicious. I would definitely recommend this recipe to others.
fatima zahrae elhiyyani
[email protected]I love how versatile this recipe is. You can add any vegetables you like, and it always turns out great. I've made it with broccoli, spinach, mushrooms, and even zucchini. It's always a hit with my family.
Happy Raj
[email protected]This recipe is amazing! The creamy sauce is so flavorful, and the orzo is cooked perfectly. I've already made it twice, and I'm sure I'll be making it again and again.
Ashada NubianQuin
[email protected]I'm not sure what went wrong, but my dish turned out bland and watery. I followed the recipe exactly, but it just didn't have any flavor. I won't be making this again.
Sirjana lama
[email protected]This is my go-to recipe for a quick and easy weeknight meal. It's always a hit with my family, and it's so easy to make. I usually add some cooked chicken or shrimp to make it even more hearty.
LOVE MOM__456
[email protected]This dish was a disappointment. The sauce was bland, and the orzo was mushy. I won't be making this again.
Carol Pearl
[email protected]I love this recipe! It's so easy to make, and it's always a crowd-pleaser. I usually add some extra vegetables, like spinach or broccoli, to make it even healthier.
MD NAHID Badsha
[email protected]This was a great recipe! The orzo was cooked perfectly, and the sauce was creamy and flavorful. I would definitely recommend this recipe to others.
TABITHA COYNE
[email protected]I'm not a big fan of orzo, but this dish changed my mind! The creamy sauce and flavorful vegetables really made the orzo shine. I'll definitely be making this again.
Alison Brice
[email protected]This recipe is a keeper! It's easy to make, delicious, and perfect for a weeknight meal. I've already made it twice, and I'm sure I'll be making it again and again.
Srinivas Pala
[email protected]I made this for a dinner party last night, and it was a hit! Everyone loved the creamy sauce and the tender orzo. I'll definitely be making this again.
Sahabuddin Miha
[email protected]Meh. I wasn't really impressed with this dish. The flavors were bland, and the orzo was overcooked. I won't be making this again.
Yared Negu
[email protected]This is one of my favorite recipes! I've made it several times, and it always turns out great. The combination of creamy sauce, tender orzo, and flavorful vegetables is simply irresistible.
Chidinma Arimah
[email protected]I love how easy this recipe is to follow. I'm not a very experienced cook, but I was able to make this dish without any problems. The end result was a delicious and hearty meal that my family loved.
Faith Aribogha
[email protected]This creamy Italian orzo was an absolute delight! The flavors were rich and complex, and the orzo was cooked to perfection. I added some extra vegetables, like chopped bell peppers and mushrooms, and it turned out even better than I expected. This