Cheesy Orzo

Name: Cheesy Orzo
Ingredients: 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil; 1/2 small onion, chopped; 2 garlic cloves, chopped; 2 (14 ounce) cans chicken broth or (14 ounce) cans vegetable broth; 2 cups orzo pasta; 1/2 cup grated parmigiano (fresh is best) or 1/2 cup romano cheese (fresh is best); salt & freshly ground black pepper

7 ingredients

8 steps

Ingredients

2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
1/2 small onion, chopped
2 garlic cloves, chopped
2 (14 ounce) cans chicken broth or (14 ounce) cans vegetable broth
2 cups orzo pasta
1/2 cup grated parmigiano (fresh is best) or 1/2 cup romano cheese (fresh is best)
salt & freshly ground black pepper

Directions

1

Preheat an 8-inch pot with a tight fitting cover over moderate heat.
2

Add oil, onion and garlic and saute for 2 or 3 minutes.
3

Add broth to the pan and bring to a boil.
4

Stir in orzo and return to boiling.
5

Cover pot and reduce heat to simmer.
6

Cook 15 minutes, stirring occasionally, or until liquid is absorbed and orzo is tender.
7

Remove lid and stir in cheese.
8

Add salt and pepper to taste.