How to Make Parmesan Garlic Orzo - A Step-by-Step Guide

Parmesan Garlic Orzo is a simple and delicious pasta dish that is perfect for weeknight dinners or special occasions. This dish features tender orzo pasta cooked to al dente perfection and tossed in a creamy, flavorful Parmesan and garlic sauce. The result is a comforting and satisfying meal that the whole family will love.

Orzo is a rice-shaped pasta that has a smooth and slightly chewy texture, making it the perfect base for this Parmesan Garlic Orzo recipe. The addition of garlic a...

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Ingredients

  • 1 cup orzo pasta
  • ¼ cup butter
  • 2 teaspoons minced garlic
  • ¼ cup Parmesan cheese
  • 2 tablespoons milk
  • 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ½ teaspoon ground black pepper

Information

  • Prep Time: 5 mins
  • Cook Time: 20 mins
  • Total Time: 25 mins
  • Servings: 4

  • 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 the pan with garlic, then mix in Parmesan cheese, milk, parsley, salt, and black pepper.
  • Nutrition

    312 cal.

    • Total Fat: 14g
    • Saturated Fat: 9g
    • Cholesterol: 36mg
    • Sodium: 408mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 39g
    • Dietary Fiber: 2g
    • Protein: 9g
    • Vitamin C: 2mg
    • Calcium: 82mg
    • Iron: 2mg
    • Potassium: 107mg