One-Pot Cheesy Orzo
Say goodbye to bland boxed mac and cheese. This one-pot recipe for cheesy orzo is just as easy and made with wholesome ingredients.
Ingredients
- 1 cup dry orzo pasta
- 1 1/4 cup chicken or vegetable broth
- 1 cup milk, I use 2%
- 1 cup shredded sharp cheddar, I use white cheddar
- 1 Tbsp butter
- black pepper, to taste
- salt (optional), to taste
Equipment
- medium pot
Instructions
- Add orzo, broth, and milk to a medium pot on the stove. Stir, and turn the heat to medium.
- Cook orzo uncovered for 8-12 minutes, stirring occasionally. It's done when the orzo pasta is cooked al dente, and when most liquid has been absorbed. Add more broth as needed to cook the pasta properly.
- When the pasta is done cooking, turn off the heat. Add butter, cheese, and black pepper, and stir until smooth and combined. Taste, and add salt if needed. For a saucier cheesy orzo, stir in an extra splash of broth.
- Serve with additional black pepper, if desired. Enjoy!
Calories: 328kcal, Carbohydrates: 32g, Protein: 15g, Fat: 15g, Saturated Fat: 9g, Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g, Monounsaturated Fat: 4g, Trans Fat: 0.1g, Cholesterol: 43mg, Sodium: 255mg, Potassium: 261mg, Fiber: 1g, Sugar: 4g, Vitamin A: 469IU, Calcium: 286mg, Iron: 1mg