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Creamy Mushroom Orzo

Creamy Mushroom Orzo: Your New Cozy Weeknight Favorite

Enjoy the comforting flavors of Creamy Mushroom Orzo, a quick and satisfying one-pot dish that's perfect for busy weeknights.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 400
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Base
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil or substitute with a neutral oil
  • 8 ounces cremini mushrooms sliced, cleaned with damp paper towel
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
For the Pasta
  • 1 cup orzo pasta do not rinse before cooking
  • 4 cups vegetable broth homemade or low-sodium
For Creaminess
  • 1 cup heavy cream or swap with full-fat coconut milk
  • ½ cup Parmesan cheese grated, or dairy-free Parmesan
For Flavoring
  • 1 tablespoon fresh thyme chopped, or use dried in smaller quantities
  • salt to taste
  • black pepper to taste

Equipment

  • Large Skillet
  • Dutch oven

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat until shimmering.
  2. Add 8 ounces of sliced cremini mushrooms and sauté for 5-7 minutes until golden brown.
  3. Stir in 2 minced cloves of garlic and sauté for an additional 1 minute.
  4. Add 1 cup of orzo pasta, stirring well to coat it in the oil and mushroom mixture.
  5. Pour in 4 cups of vegetable broth, bring to a gentle simmer, and reduce to medium-low. Simmer for 10-12 minutes until orzo is al dente.
  6. Reduce heat to low, then stir in 1 cup of heavy cream, ½ cup of grated Parmesan cheese, and 1 tablespoon of fresh thyme. Stir for about 2 minutes until cheese melts.
  7. Season with salt and freshly cracked black pepper to taste before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1plateCalories: 400kcalCarbohydrates: 50gProtein: 15gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 8gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 40mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 450mgFiber: 3gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 300IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 2mg

Notes

This recipe can easily fit various dietary needs while delivering comfort in every bite.

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