How to Make Mushroom Orzo - A Step-by-Step Guide

If you're a fan of creamy and flavorful comfort food, then you're going to love this mushroom orzo recipe. This dish is the perfect combination of earthy mushrooms, savory garlic, and rich, creamy orzo. It's a simple yet delicious dish that's perfect for a cozy family dinner or a special date night at home. The best part is, it's incredibly easy to make, so you can have a restaurant-quality meal on the table in no time.

Orzo is a type of pasta that looks like large grains of rice, and...

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Ingredients

  • ½ cup butter, divided
  • 8 pearl onions
  • 1 cup uncooked orzo pasta
  • ½ cup sliced fresh mushrooms
  • 1 cup water
  • ½ cup white wine
  • garlic powder to taste
  • salt and pepper to taste
  • ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • ¼ cup fresh parsley

Information

  • Prep Time: 15 mins
  • Cook Time: 25 mins
  • Total Time: 40 mins
  • Servings: 6
  • Yield: 6 servings

  • Melt 1/2 the butter in a skillet over medium heat. Stir in the onions, and cook until golden brown. Mix in orzo, mushrooms, and remaining butter. Cook and stir 5 minutes, until butter is melted and mushrooms are tender.
  • Pour water and wine into the skillet, and bring to a boil. Reduce heat to low. Season with garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Cook 7 to 10 minutes, until orzo is al dente. Stir in the Parmesan cheese and parsley to serve.
  • Nutrition

    327 cal.

    • Total Fat: 19g
    • Saturated Fat: 11g
    • Cholesterol: 48mg
    • Sodium: 241mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 28g
    • Dietary Fiber: 2g
    • Total Sugars: 1g
    • Protein: 9g
    • Vitamin C: 4mg
    • Calcium: 110mg
    • Iron: 1mg
    • Potassium: 108mg