Mary Johnson
@marjoh
Creamy Parmesan Garlic Orzo
This creamy Parmesan garlic orzo is a delightful side dish or main course that combines the rich flavors of butter, garlic, and Parmesan cheese with tender orzo pasta. It's quick to prepare and perfect for any occasion, making it a favorite in many households.
Details
- Cuisine:italian
- Diet:vegetarian
- Difficulty:medium
- Estimated Cost:N/A
- Occasion:bbq
- Ingredients:8
- Views:4
Recipe Information
- Prep time10 min.
- Cook time20 min.
- Total time30 min.
- Servings4
Ingredients
- 1 cup
- 1/4 cup
- 2 teaspoons
- 1/4 cup
- 2 tablespoons
- 1 tablespoon
- 1/2 teaspoon
- 1/2 teaspoon
Cooking Instructions
Follow our step-by-step guide on how to make Creamy Parmesan Garlic Orzo.
Step 1
Begin by assembling all the essential ingredients for your delightful orzo dish.
Step 2
In a spacious pot, bring lightly salted water to a vigorous boil.
Step 3
Once boiling, introduce the orzo pasta and cook it, stirring occasionally, until it reaches that perfect al dente texture, which should take about 11 minutes.
Step 4
After cooking, drain the orzo and set it aside, allowing it to rest.
Step 5
Meanwhile, in a skillet heated over medium flame, melt the butter until it bubbles invitingly.
Step 6
Add the minced garlic to the sizzling butter and sauté it until it turns a lovely golden hue, which should take around 5 minutes.
Step 7
Now, gently fold the cooked orzo into the skillet with the fragrant garlic.
Step 8
Incorporate the Parmesan cheese, a splash of milk, freshly chopped parsley, salt, and a dash of black pepper, stirring until everything is harmoniously blended.
Step 9
Enjoy the creamy, savory goodness that awaits!.