Parmesan Garlic Orzo

As far as orzo recipes go, this is an easy, delicious version, with minced garlic, butter, and Parmesan cheese. Look no further for a quick side dish.

• Preparation Time: 5 mins
• Cooking Time: 20 mins
• Total Time: 25 mins
• Calories: 312 Calories

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons milk
• 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley
• 2 teaspoons minced garlic
• 1 cup orzo pasta
• 0.5 teaspoon ground black pepper
• 0.25 cup butter
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.25 cup Parmesan cheese

Recipe Instructions

Step 1

Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Cook orzo in the boiling water, stirring occasionally until cooked through but firm to the bite, about 11 minutes. Drain.

Step 2

Melt butter in a skillet over medium heat.

Step 3

Stir orzo into the pan with garlic, then mix in Parmesan cheese, milk, parsley, salt, and black pepper.

Step 4

Gather all ingredients.

Step 5

Cook and stir garlic in melted butter until lightly browned, about 5 minutes.