Orzo-Ricotta Bake

Directions

1. 1
   Preheat oven to 425F.
2. 2
   Spray 2-quart baking dish with nonstick cooking spray.
3. 3
   Bring large pot of lightly salted water to a boil over high heat, and add orzo.
4. 4
   Cook until tender, about 5 minutes.
5. 5
   Remove from heat, and drain.
6. 6
   Heat oil in large skillet over medium heat.
7. 7
   Saute mushrooms and artichoke hearts for 4 to 5 minutes, and add garlic, cooking 1 minute more.
8. 8
   Remove from heat, and place vegetables into baking dish.
9. 9
   Stir orzo into mushroom mixture.
10. 10
    Meanwhile, stir together mozzarella, ricotta, breadcrumbs and parsley.
11. 11
    Season with salt, pepper and garlic powder.
12. 12
    Spoon cheese mixture over vegetables, smoothing top with back of spoon.
13. 13
    Bake about 15 minutes, or until cheese melts and top turns golden.
14. 14
    Remove from oven, and serve.