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Garlic Parmesan Orzo Pasta

A creamy and flavorful orzo pasta dish infused with garlic and rich Parmesan cheese, perfect for a comforting meal.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 400
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 1 ½ cups orzo pasta
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 ½ cups Parmesan cheese, freshly grated
  • 1 tablespoon unsalted butter For extra creaminess
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped Optional, for garnish
  • 4 cups water or chicken broth
  • 1 teaspoon salt For the water or broth

Method
 

Cooking the Orzo
  1. In a pot, bring the water or chicken broth and salt to a boil. Add the orzo and cook until al dente, about 8–10 minutes.
Preparing the Garlic Butter
  1. In a separate pan, heat the olive oil over medium heat and toss in the minced garlic. Sauté until fragrant (but don’t burn it!). Add the butter for extra creaminess.
Combining Ingredients
  1. Once the orzo is done, drain it (if using water) and stir it into the pan with the garlic-butter mixture.
  2. Sprinkle in the Parmesan cheese and mix until it’s all creamy and delicious. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  3. If you’re feeling fancy, sprinkle fresh parsley on top for that pop of green!

Notes

Leftover Garlic Parmesan Orzo Pasta lasts about 3 to 4 days in the fridge. For longer storage, freeze for up to 2 months. Reheat on the stove with a splash of water or broth.