Description
Delicious Parmesan Orzo and Peas recipe for a quick and easy dinner. Discover the perfect combination of flavors!
Ingredients
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- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1 small onion (diced)
- 2 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1 1/2 cups orzo (dry)
- 24 ounces chicken broth
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 1/4 teaspoon pepper
- 1 1/2 cups frozen peas (thawed)
- 3/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
Instructions
- Step 1: In a saucepan over medium heat, melt butter. Add onion and cook until translucent, about 5 minutes. Add garlic and cook for 1 minute.
- Step 2: Add uncooked orzo, chicken broth, salt, Italian seasoning, and pepper. Bring to a boil, cover, and reduce heat to low. Simmer until most of the liquid has been absorbed and orzo is al dente (check your pasta’s package directions for exact cooking times – for De Cecco brand orzo the cooking time is 10 minutes).
- Step 3: Remove lid and add peas and Parmesan cheese. Stir for about a minute, or until cheese is melted. Remove from heat and allow to set for 5 minutes before serving.
Notes
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Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4 serving
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 50mg