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Creamy One-Pot Broccoli Cheddar Orzo

A comforting and creamy one-pot dish featuring orzo pasta, fresh broccoli, and sharp cheddar cheese, perfect for a quick weeknight dinner.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Main, vegetarian
Cuisine: American
Calories: 400
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Pasta and Vegetables
  • 1 cup orzo uncooked
  • 2 cups broccoli florets fresh or frozen
  • 4 cups vegetable broth low-sodium
Dairy and Seasoning
  • 1 cup sharp cheddar cheese shredded
  • 1 cup milk whole or 2%
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil for sautéing
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder

Method
 

Cook the Orzo and Broccoli
  1. In a large pot, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the orzo and toast for 2-3 minutes, stirring frequently.
  2. Pour in the vegetable broth and bring to a boil. Add the broccoli florets, reduce heat to low, and cover. Cook for 10-12 minutes until the orzo is tender and the liquid is mostly absorbed.
Make it Creamy
  1. Stir in the milk, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper. Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes, stirring until the mixture is creamy.
  2. Remove from heat and stir in the shredded cheddar cheese until melted and well combined.
Serve
  1. Serve warm, garnished with extra cheddar cheese if desired.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 400kcalCarbohydrates: 50gProtein: 15gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 8gFiber: 3gSugar: 3g

Notes

For added protein, consider mixing in cooked chicken or beans. This dish can be easily customized with other vegetables like spinach or peas.

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