CREAMY PARMESAN ORZO - LIFE MADE SIMPLE

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This creamy parmesan orzo is a quick and easy side dish packed with lots of flavor, and of course, cheese!

Provided by @MakeItYours

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 c. orzo pasta
2 tbsp. butter
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 shallot, minced
1 tbsp. all-purpose flour
1 c. milk (I used whole)
⅓ c. parmesan cheese
½ tsp. salt
⅛ tsp. ground black pepper
⅛ tsp. cayenne pepper
1 tbsp. fresh parsley, chopped

Steps:

  • In a large pot of boiling water, cook orzo according to the package's directions.
  • Meanwhile, in a large skillet set over medium heat add the butter. When the butter has melted, add the garlic and shallot, cook until fragrant and translucent, about 2-3 minutes. Whisk in flour, cook for 1 minute (whisking continuously). Slowly whisk in the milk, cook until slightly thickened, about 4 minutes.
  • Stir in parmesan and season with salt, black pepper and cayenne pepper. Add orzo and cook for an additional minute. Garnish with parsley and serve immediately.

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