Description
Creamy Roasted Garlic Parmesan Orzo is a delightful dish that combines rich flavors and creamy textures, making it an ideal choice for any meal. This recipe features tender orzo pasta enveloped in a luscious roasted garlic and Parmesan cream sauce that will tantalize your taste buds. It’s perfect as a comforting side or a satisfying main course for cozy gatherings. With straightforward preparation steps, even novice cooks can create this gourmet experience at home.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup orzo pasta
- 4 cups low-sodium vegetable broth
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 head of roasted garlic
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- Chopped fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Cut the top off the garlic head, drizzle with olive oil, wrap in foil, and roast for 30-35 minutes until soft.
- In a saucepan, bring vegetable broth to a boil. Add orzo and cook for 8-10 minutes until al dente; drain excess broth but reserve some.
- Return the orzo to the saucepan over low heat. Stir in heavy cream and mashed roasted garlic, cooking for another 2-3 minutes.
- Gradually add grated Parmesan cheese until melted and creamy. Season with salt and pepper, adjusting consistency with reserved broth if necessary.
- Serve warm, garnished with parsley.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 550mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 14g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 70mg