Chunky Orzo Pasta
Orzo, a tiny, rice-like pasta, is a versatile and tasty side dish that can be prepared in countless ways. Our earthy version features walnuts, mushrooms, and onions, but you can sub in your favorite ingredients to create your own signature recipe.
Ingredients
- 333/1000 cup(s) chopped walnuts
- 3 tablespoon(s) olive oil
- 2 onions, chopped
- 16 ounce(s) fresh mushrooms, sliced
- 4 cup(s) chicken broth
- 2 cup(s) uncooked orzo pasta
- 1 dash(es) salt, to taste
- 1 dash(es) pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350 degrees.
- Place walnuts on a baking sheet.
- Bake for 8 to 10 minutes in the preheated oven, or until they release their aroma.
- Stir once or twice for even toasting.
- Heat oil in a large heavy saucepan over medium-high heat.
- Saute onion and mushrooms until tender and golden brown.
- Pour in broth, and bring to a boil.
- Stir in orzo, reduce heat to low, and cover.
- Simmer until orzo is tender and liquid is absorbed, about 15 minutes.
- If after 15 minutes there is still liquid, remove cover, and cook until liquid is gone.
- Remove from heat, and stir in walnuts.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Ready in 35 minRelated Recipes Pining for pasta? These dishes fit the bill! shrimp linguine with mushrooms and pastavegetable penne casserolespinach & orzo salad.
Nutrition
Calories: 2053.8kcalCarbohydrates: 288.49gProtein: 54.78gFat: 76.19gSaturated Fat: 8.07gCholesterol: 24mgSodium: 4086.65mgFiber: 18.49gSugar: 36.52g
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