Cheesy Broccoli Orzo
Cheesy broccoli orzo is loaded with cheesy goodness and fresh broccoli for a creamy, comforting dish. Plus with only 5 ingredients, this one pot recipe is ready in no time.
What we love about this cheesy broccoli orzo
- We absolutely love how quick and easy this recipe. Everything goes in one pot so there is not much to clean up. Plus, it can be served as a side or as a meatless main. Pair it with your favorite protein or serve it with a nice, big green salad.
- This one pot recipe reheats well – making a warm, cozy lunch. You can store in the refrigerator for 3-4 days in an airtight container. If it seems a bit dry you can always add a splash of milk when reheating.
Here’s what you’ll need to make it
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- Fresh broccoli florets
- Cheddar cheese – You can use any type of cheese you would like, a colby jack or something similar would work great. Love broccoli but not in the mood for cheddar? Try making this creamy broccoli pasta!
- Orzo – Orzo cooks quickly making this recipe a quick one, if you want to substitute a different pasta, make sure to check the cooking time required and adjust accordingly.
Making changes to a recipe can result in recipe failure. Any substitutions listed below are simple changes that I believe will work in this recipe, but results are not guaranteed.
How to make this broccoli orzo with cheddar
Sauté garlic. In a large saucepan over medium heat olive oil. Sauté the garlic with the olive oil until the garlic becomes aromatic, or about 30 seconds to 1 minute.
Cook the orzo and broccoli. Add water, salt and orzo to the garlic and bring to a boil. After about 5 minutes of boiling, add the broccoli. You are not going to drain the orzo after cooking it, leaving a slight bit of pasta water will make this dish extra creamy.
Stir in the cheddar. When the broccoli and orzo are tender, stir in cheddar cheese. Continue to stir until cheese has melted and the orzo and broccoli are well coated in sauce.
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Cheesy Broccoli Orzo
- Total Time: 12 minutes
- Yield: 6 1x
Description
Cheesy broccoli orzo is loaded with cheesy goodness and fresh broccoli for a creamy, comforting dish. Plus with only 5 ingredients, this one pot recipe is ready in no time.
Ingredients
- 1 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 2 1/2 cups broccoli florets (1 large head of broccoli)
- 1 1/2 cup orzo
- 3 cups water
- ½ teaspoon coarse salt
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- Optional: 1 teaspoon turmeric
- Salt & pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large saucepan. Add garlic and sauté until garlic is aromatic.
- Stir in water, salt and orzo, and bring to a boil.
- After about 5 minutes add broccoli and continure to cook for about 5 more minutes, stirring occasionally.
- When broccoli is tender and most of the liquids have been absorbed. It is okay if there is a bit of liquid left, this will help create the sauce.
- Stir in the cheese and turmeric until everything is well coated in sauce.
- Prep Time: 2 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Orzo
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size:
- Calories: 195
- Sugar: 1.4 g
- Sodium: 141.8 mg
- Fat: 9.1 g
- Saturated Fat: 4 g
- Carbohydrates: 20.4 g
- Fiber: 1.7 g
- Protein: 8.4 g
- Cholesterol: 18.6 mg
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