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Parmesan Garlic Orzo

Parmesan Garlic Orzo: The Easy Comfort Food You'll Adore

Parmesan Garlic Orzo is a comforting dish that combines orzo pasta with savory garlic, creamy butter, and flavorful Parmesan cheese.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 11 minutes
Total Time 16 minutes
Course Main Course
Cuisine Italian
Servings 4 servings
Calories 312 kcal

Equipment

  • Skillet
  • large pot

Ingredients
  

  • 1 cup orzo pasta
  • ¼ cup butter
  • 2 teaspoons minced garlic
  • ¼ cup Parmesan cheese
  • 2 tablespoons milk
  • 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ½ teaspoon ground black pepper

Instructions
 

  • Gather all ingredients.
  • Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Cook orzo in the boiling water, stirring occasionally until cooked through but firm to the bite, about 11 minutes. Drain.
  • Melt butter in a skillet over medium heat.
  • Cook and stir garlic in melted butter until lightly browned, about 5 minutes.
  • Stir orzo into the pan with garlic, then mix in Parmesan cheese, milk, parsley, salt, and black pepper.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 312kcalCarbohydrates: 39gProtein: 9gFat: 14g
Keyword comfort food, easy recipe, Parmesan Garlic Orzo, pasta, quick meal, Side Dish
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