Quick And Easy Orzo Recipes

PARMESAN GARLIC ORZO

Steps:

• Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Cook orzo in the boiling water, stirring occasionally until cooked through but firm to the bite, about 11 minutes. Drain.
• Melt butter in a skillet over medium heat; cook and stir garlic in melted butter until lightly browned, about 5 minutes. Stir orzo into garlic mixture and mix in Parmesan cheese, milk, parsley, salt, and black pepper.

CREAMY GARLIC PARMESAN ORZO

Steps:

• In a skillet over medium heat, add the olive oil, butter and pasta.
• Cook, stirring occasionally until toasted, about 30-60 seconds.
• Add garlic and stir it in followed by thyme.
• Add the broth, a small amount at a time.
• Bring to a boil, cover the skillet with a lid and turn down to a simmer for 8-10 minutes or until the pasta has absorbed most of the water and is tender.
• Remove the lid and add the half and half and let simmer till warmed clear through.
• Add the cheese and salt and pepper to taste and serve immediately.

QUICK AND EASY ORZO

Steps:

• Cook orzo according to package directions.
• While it is cooking, drain and chop artichokes and place in large bowl.
• When orzo is cooked, drain and pour over the artichokes.
• Add Parmesan cheese.
• Swirl 2 tablespoons olive oil over pasta mixture.
• Add 2 tablespoons capers.
• Toss together until well mixed.

LEMON ORZO

Steps:

• Using a vegetable peeler, peel off two large strips of lemon zest.
• Bring orzo, broth, oregano and lemon zest to a boil. Reduce heat to a simmer and cook 13-15 minutes uncovered until the orzo is tender.
• Remove from heat and stir in butter. Rest 5 minutes.
• Juice half of the lemon over the orzo, add mint or parsley and stir. Season with salt & pepper to taste.

QUICK ORZO SALAD

Steps:

• Cook orzo according to package directions. Drain and transfer to a large bowl. Stir in olive oil, vinegar, red onion, tomatoes and basil and toss to combine. Season, to taste, with salt and black pepper.