Creamy Orzo
Servings 4-6
INGREDIENTS:
1/3 cup butter
1 small onion, finely chopped
2 garlic cloves, minced (garlic lovers can use more)
1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper, optional or adjust to taste
1/2 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
1/4-1/3 cup light cream (such as half and half or 18% table cream)
2-3 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
salt and fresh ground black pepper, to taste
INSTRUCTIONS:————————————–
Cook the orzo according to the package directions; drain well.
In a large skillet melt the butter over medium heat; add in the onion and saute until just softened (about 3-4 minutes).
Add in fresh garlic and cayenne the last 2 minutes of cooking.
Reduce the heat to low and add in the cooked orzo, Parmesan cheese, cream, parsley and salt; toss to heat through.
Season with fresh ground black pepper to taste.
Pass more Parmesan cheese at the table.
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This was fantastic! I used the optional cayenne to kick it up a notch. DH and I really enjoyed – and DH is not very fond of many pasta/rice dishes. Another Kitten Keeper!