CREAMY ORZO

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We watched Giada DeLaurentis prepare this dish and whole family agreed - this is a must fix. Creamy, wonderful blend of flavors.

Provided by CindiJ

Categories     < 30 Mins

Time 25m

Yield 6-8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 lb orzo pasta
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 large shallot, finely chopped
1 garlic clove, minced
1 (14 1/2 ounce) can diced tomatoes, juices drained
1 1/4 cups whipping cream
1 cup frozen peas, thawed
3/4 cup parmesan cheese, freshly grated
salt & freshly ground black pepper (to taste)

Steps:

  • Bring a heavy large saucepan of salted water to boil over high heat. Add the orzo and cook until tender but still firm to the bite, stirring often, about 8 minutes.
  • Drain - reserving 1 cup of the cooking liquid.
  • Meanwhile, heat oil in heavy large pan frying pan over medium heat. Add the shallot and garlic, saute until until tender (about 2 minutes).
  • Add the tomatoes and cook until tender (5-8 minutes).
  • Stir in cream and peas.
  • Add orzo and toss to coat.
  • Remove from heat; add the Parmesan to the pasta mixture and toss to coat.
  • Stir the pasta mixture until the sauce coats the pasta thickly, adding enough reserved pasta water to maintain a creamy consistency.
  • Season with salt & pepper.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 586.1, Fat 27.8, SaturatedFat 14.4, Cholesterol 78.9, Sodium 389.9, Carbohydrate 67, Fiber 4.4, Sugar 5.4, Protein 17.6

Rosleen Akis
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Highly recommend!


Tanha Khan
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Two thumbs up!


Evata Williamson
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5 stars!


Aliyu Idris Adam
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This recipe is a winner!


iqra malik
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I will definitely be making this again!


Muhammad Ijaz
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Easy to make and so yummy!


Mo Ragab
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Delicious!


Par Tho
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This was a great recipe! I made it for my family and they all loved it. The sauce was creamy and flavorful, and the orzo was cooked perfectly.


Petrus Hambinga
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I've tried many creamy orzo recipes, but this one is by far the best. The sauce is rich and flavorful, and the orzo is cooked perfectly.


Abhi Waqas
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This recipe was easy to follow and the end result was a delicious and creamy orzo dish. I would definitely recommend it to anyone looking for a quick and easy weeknight meal.


Sunny Days
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I'm not a huge fan of mushrooms, but I decided to try this recipe anyway. I'm glad I did, because the mushrooms added a really nice umami flavor to the dish.


Danish Aaklai
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I added some grilled chicken to this dish and it was delicious! The chicken added a nice protein boost and made the dish even more satisfying.


Latavia Gilbert
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I made this dish exactly as the recipe stated and it turned out perfectly. The sauce was creamy and cheesy, and the orzo was cooked just right.


thahouse offood
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This recipe is a keeper! I've made it several times and it's always a crowd-pleaser. The creamy sauce is decadent and the orzo is cooked to perfection.


Spencer Welch II
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I was looking for a creamy orzo recipe that wasn't too heavy, and this one fit the bill perfectly. The sauce was light and flavorful, and the orzo was cooked al dente.


Rafay Rafay Rajput
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This was a quick and easy weeknight meal that my whole family enjoyed. The creamy sauce was rich and flavorful, and the orzo cooked perfectly.


Andine Engelbrecht
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I'm not usually a fan of orzo, but this recipe changed my mind! The creamy sauce and flavorful vegetables made this dish irresistible.


Tim Handville
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This creamy orzo dish was a hit with my family! It was easy to make and had a delicious, creamy texture. I added some extra vegetables, like chopped spinach and diced bell peppers, to make it even more nutritious.