Description
A warm and comforting dish featuring earthy mushrooms, creamy orzo, and fresh herbs, perfect for sharing with loved ones.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup orzo
- 8 oz cremini or shiitake mushrooms, sliced
- 2 tablespoons butter (or olive oil)
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 4 cups vegetable broth (or chicken broth)
- 1 cup heavy cream (or plant-based cream)
- 1/2 cup grated parmesan cheese (optional)
- Fresh parsley or thyme, for garnish
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Sauté the mushrooms in butter over medium heat until golden brown, about 5-7 minutes.
- Add garlic and cook for another minute until fragrant.
- Stir in the uncooked orzo, then pour in the vegetable broth. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat, cover, and simmer until orzo is al dente, about 10-12 minutes.
- Reduce heat to low, stir in heavy cream and parmesan until creamy. Adjust thickness with more broth if needed.
- Stir in fresh herbs and season with salt and pepper.
- Serve with an extra sprinkle of cheese and herbs.
Notes
For lighter options, use less cream or substitute with plant-based alternatives.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
Keywords: creamy mushroom orzo, comfort food, vegetarian recipe, one-pan meal, easy dinner