Description
Creamy Parmesan Orzo with Peas is a delicious and easy-to-make pasta dish that combines orzo pasta with sweet peas, Parmesan cheese, and a creamy sauce. Perfect as a side dish or light main course!
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients:
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 tablespoon unsalted butter
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup orzo pasta
- 2 cups low-sodium chicken or vegetable broth
- 1/2 cup frozen peas
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/4 cup heavy cream (or milk)
- Salt and pepper to taste
Garnish:
- Chopped parsley for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Sauté Aromatics: In a medium saucepan, heat olive oil and butter. Add minced garlic, cook until fragrant.
- Toast Orzo: Stir in orzo, toast for 1-2 minutes.
- Cook Orzo: Pour in broth, bring to a boil, simmer covered for 8-10 minutes until tender.
- Add Peas and Cream: Stir in peas, Parmesan, and cream. Cook for 2-3 minutes until creamy.
- Season and Serve: Season with salt and pepper. Garnish with parsley. Serve warm.
Notes
- For extra flavor, stir in lemon zest or a splash of lemon juice.
- You can substitute spinach for peas or add cooked chicken for a heartier meal.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian-Inspired
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 320 mg
- Fat: 12 g
- Saturated Fat: 6 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 32 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 10 g
- Cholesterol: 30 mg
