Creamy Orzo with Mushrooms and Parmesan (from Incredible Recipes FB page:) Servings: 8 Ingredients: 3 tablespoons butter, divided 10 small brown button (cremini) mushrooms 1/2 cup chopped onion 1 teaspoon minced garlic 1/2 teaspoon salt fresh ground pepper, to taste 1 tablespoon chopped, fresh thyme (or 1 teaspoon dried thyme) 1-1/2 cups uncooked orzo pasta 3 cups chicken broth 3/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese, divided 1/4 cup light sour cream 1/4 cup chopped fresh basil Directions: Melt 2 tablespoons butter in a skillet over medium-high heat. Add chopped mushrooms, onion, and garlic. Season with salt, pepper, and thyme. Cook and stir until mushrooms are slightly softened, approximately 3 or 4 minutes. Transfer cooked mushrooms and onions to a plate and return pan to the heat. Add an additional tablespoon of butter to the same pan and when it has melted, add the orzo. Cook and stir for a couple of minutes until lightly browned. Stir in chicken broth and bring to boil. Cover. Reduce heat and simmer until orzo is tender and liquid is absorbed, about 15 – 20 minutes. Add add cooked mushroom mixture to the cooked orzo and stir to combine. Mix in 1/2 cup Parmesan cheese, the sour cream, and basil. Sprinkle remaining Parmesan cheese over the top and serve. Taste and season with additional salt and pepper, if neede
Posted on: Sun, 07 Jul 2013 14:42:52 +0000
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