Side Dish: United States – Mushroom and Parmesan Orzo

Serving Size: 4

Approximate Time

Prep 8 min

Cook 15 min

Total 23 min

Ingredients

1 cup (180 g) orzo pasta
2 large Portobello mushrooms, chopped
2 cups (480 ml) chicken or vegetable broth
1 tbsp (15 g) butter
1 / 4 cup (25 g) grated Parmesan cheese
Salt and pepper to taste
Fresh chives, chopped (for garnish)

Instructions

1. Melt butter in a skillet, add chopped Portobello mushrooms, and sauté until golden brown.
2. Add orzo pasta to the skillet and toast slightly before adding broth.
3. Simmer gently, stirring occasionally, until the orzo is tender and broth absorbed.
4. Stir in Parmesan cheese and season with salt and pepper.
5. Garnish with fresh chives before serving.