Italian

Creamy Orzo with Fresh Vegetables

Recipe from Food Network

Cuisine: Italian
Protein: parmesan cheese
Dietary: vegetarian
Time: 20 minutes total (5 minutes prep)

Ingredients

2 tbsp olive oil, plus a drizzle; 1 small onion; 2 cloves garlic; 2 cups orzo
2 cups steamed vegetables; 4 cups low-sodium chicken stock; grated Parmesan; salt and pepper

Method

Cook onion in oil 2 minutes. Add garlic for 30 seconds. Stir in orzo, coat, and cook 1 minute.
Reduce heat. Add stock 1/2 cup at a time, waiting until absorbed. When tender, add oil and season.
Toss with vegetables; serve with Parmesan and black pepper.