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Easy Creamy Garlic Parmesan Orzo

A comforting and creamy orzo pasta dish infused with garlic and Parmesan, perfect for a weeknight dinner.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 400
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 1 cup orzo pasta
  • 2 tablespoons butter
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 cups vegetable or chicken broth Ensure Halal compliance
  • 1/2 cup heavy cream Can substitute with half-and-half or dairy-free alternative
  • 1 cup grated parmesan cheese
  • to taste Salt and pepper
  • for garnish Fresh parsley

Method
 

Cooking Orzo
  1. In a large pot, bring water to a boil and add a pinch of salt. Toss in the orzo pasta, cooking it according to package instructions until al dente (about 8-10 minutes). Drain and set aside.
Sautéing Garlic
  1. In the same pot, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the minced garlic, stirring constantly until it becomes fragrant (about 30 seconds).
Adding Broth
  1. Pour in the vegetable or chicken broth and bring to a simmer.
Incorporating Cream
  1. Stir in the heavy cream. Allow it to simmer gently, letting the flavors meld together (about 3-5 minutes).
Mixing in Orzo and Cheese
  1. Add the cooked orzo back to the pot and sprinkle in the grated Parmesan cheese. Mix well until the cheese melts and the orzo is fully coated in the creamy sauce.
Seasoning and Serving
  1. Season with salt and pepper as desired. Remove from heat, garnish with fresh parsley, and enjoy your Easy Creamy Garlic Parmesan Orzo!

Notes

Store in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. To reheat, add a splash of broth or cream to restore the creamy texture. Freezing may change the consistency.