Description
A comforting one-pot dish of creamy orzo pasta with broccoli and cheddar cheese, perfect for family meals.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup orzo pasta
- 2 cups vegetable or chicken broth
- 1 cup broccoli florets
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 small onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Optional: Freshly ground black pepper and extra cheddar for garnish
Instructions
- In a large pot, warm the olive oil over medium heat. Add the diced onion and sauté for 3-4 minutes until translucent.
- Add minced garlic and garlic powder, cooking for another minute. Toss in the orzo and toast for 1-2 minutes.
- Pour in the broth and bring to a gentle boil. Reduce heat to a simmer, add broccoli, cover, and cook for 8-10 minutes.
- Once orzo is tender, remove from heat and stir in heavy cream and cheddar cheese until creamy. Season with salt and pepper.
- Serve in bowls, garnished with extra cheddar and black pepper, and enjoy warm.
Notes
Feel free to substitute heavy cream with a non-dairy alternative or add cooked protein for a heartier meal. Can be stored in the fridge for up to three days.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 550mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 40mg
Keywords: broccoli, cheddar, orzo, one-pot, creamy, vegetarian