Our Creamy Orzo with Mixed Mushrooms isn't lacking in flavor – it has all the rich cheesiness your family will love. Plus, it doubles as a delicious side dish whenever you need it. Let's face it – everyone needs a little help in the kitchen sometimes, and this dish will never let you down. In just 30 minutes or less, you can whip up a tasty family meal that’s better than a classic mushroom risotto. We know you’re busy… so just toss all the ingredients into one pot, and voila! Dinner is served.
Total Time
40min
5.0
1 Rating
Author: SideChef Everyday
Servings:
4
Ingredients
•
2
cups
Orzo Pasta
•
2 1/4
cups
Button Mushrooms
, sliced
•
3
cups
Baby Bella Mushrooms
, sliced
•
1
Medium
Yellow Onion
, chopped
•
2
cloves
Garlic
, finely diced
•
2 1/2
cups
Mushroom Broth
•
1
cup
Heavy Cream
•
1/2
bunch
Fresh Basil Leaves
, chopped
•
1/4
bunch
Italian Flat-Leaf Parsley
, chopped
•
3/4
cup
Grated Parmesan Cheese
•
4
Tbsp
Olive Oil
•
to taste
Salt
•
to taste
Ground Black Pepper
Cooking Instructions
1.
In a deep frying pan, heat Olive Oil (4 Tbsp) over medium-high heat. Add Yellow Onion (1) and Garlic (2 cloves). Stir until the onion is soft, about 3 minutes.
2.
Add the Button Mushrooms (2 1/4 cups) and Baby Bella Mushrooms (3 cups) and stir until mushrooms are tender about 5-7 minutes.
3.
Add in the Orzo Pasta (2 cups). Stir and cook until the orzo is golden and toasted, about 3 minutes.
4.
Add Mushroom Broth (2 1/2 cups) and Heavy Cream (1 cup). Simmer for about 15-20 minutes or until the pasta is al dente, and the liquid is reduced and creamy. Stir occasionally.
5.
Remove from heat and add the Fresh Basil Leaves (1/2 bunch), Italian Flat-Leaf Parsley (1/4 bunch), Grated Parmesan Cheese (3/4 cup), Salt (to taste), and Ground Black Pepper (to taste). Stir to combine.
6.
Garnish with parsley and serve immediately.
Author's Notes
Yields 4-6 servings.
Nutrition Per Serving
CALORIES
719
FAT
43.5 g
PROTEIN
19.7 g
CARBS
64.2 g
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