MADDY'S CREAMY MUSHROOM ORZO

Maddy's Creamy Mushroom Orzo image

Provided by Maddy HELEINE

Time 30m

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 small box fresh mushrooms (any kind)
1 small white onion sliced
1 1/2 Tbsp olive oil
1 tsp salt
1 tsp pepper
1/2 tsp dried oregano
2 tsp chopped garlic
1 3/4 c chicken stock
1 c orzo pasta
1/2 c 1/2 and 1/2
3/4 c frozen peas
1/2 c parmesan cheese
2 Tbsp softened butter

Steps:

1. Slice onions and mushrooms. On medium heat, fry the mushrooms and onions in the olive oil until they are tender. Add the oregano, garlic, salt and pepper and fry for one minute more.
2. Turn the heat down to simmer. Add the Orzo, chicken stock and 1/2 and 1/2 to the pan. Simmer uncovered until the pasta is al dente...about 20 minutes. If not done after this time, add a bit more stock.
3. When the pasta is done, turn off the heat. Stir in the parmesan cheese and peas. Stir in 2 tablespoons of soft butter and serve.