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Creamy Basil Mushroom Orzo

This creamy basil mushroom orzo is a comforting dish that combines tender orzo pasta with sautéed mushrooms and fresh basil, all enveloped in a rich and creamy sauce.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 350
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Base
  • 1 cup orzo pasta
  • 2 cups vegetable broth or chicken broth
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 medium onion finely chopped
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • 8 ounces mushrooms sliced
For the Sauce
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1/2 cup parmesan cheese grated
  • 1/4 cup fresh basil chopped
  • 1 teaspoon salt to taste
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper to taste

Method
 

Cooking the Orzo
  1. In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and sauté until translucent, about 3-4 minutes.
  2. Add the minced garlic and sliced mushrooms to the skillet. Cook until the mushrooms are browned and tender, about 5-7 minutes.
  3. Stir in the orzo and pour in the vegetable broth. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low and cover. Cook for about 10-12 minutes, or until the orzo is al dente and most of the broth is absorbed.
Creating the Sauce
  1. Once the orzo is cooked, reduce the heat to low and stir in the heavy cream and parmesan cheese until well combined.
  2. Add the chopped basil, salt, and pepper. Stir until the sauce is creamy and heated through, about 2-3 minutes.
Serving
  1. Serve the creamy basil mushroom orzo warm, garnished with additional basil and parmesan cheese if desired.

Nutrition

Calories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 12gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 10gSodium: 600mgFiber: 2gSugar: 4g

Notes

For added flavor, you can include a splash of white wine when cooking the mushrooms. Adjust the salt and pepper according to your taste preferences.

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