This creamy orzo with mushrooms is a delicious and comforting dish perfect for any time of the year. With rich flavors of mushrooms and a creamy sauce, it's a delightful meal on its own or as a side.
Ingredients
- 1 cup orzo pasta preferably whole wheat
- 2 tablespoons olive oil extra virgin recommended
- 8 ounces mushrooms sliced
- 1 clove garlic minced
- 1/2 cup parmesan cheese grated
- 1/4 cup heavy cream
- 1/4 teaspoon salt or to taste
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper freshly ground
Instructions
- Cook the orzo in a pot of salted boiling water until al dente, according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add sliced mushrooms and cook until browned, about 5-7 minutes.
- Add garlic to the skillet and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant.
- Stir in the cooked orzo, grated parmesan, heavy cream, salt, and pepper. Mix until the orzo is well coated and the cheese has melted.
- Serve hot, garnished with extra parmesan cheese and freshly ground black pepper, if desired.
Nutrition
Serving: 1gCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 42gProtein: 12gFat: 16gSaturated Fat: 6gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 6.5gCholesterol: 25mgSodium: 400mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 3gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 12IUVitamin C: 4mgCalcium: 15mgIron: 10mg