Creamy One-Pot Broccoli Cheddar Orzo: Easy Comfort Food Delight
A creamy and delicious dish that combines orzo with broccoli and cheddar for a comforting meal all in one pot.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: One-Pot Cooking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup orzo pasta
- 2 cups broccoli florets
- 4 cups vegetable broth
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.
- Add orzo and toast for a couple of minutes.
- Pour in the vegetable broth and bring to a simmer.
- Add broccoli florets and cook until tender.
- Stir in garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
- Remove from heat and mix in the cheddar cheese until melted and creamy.
Notes
- This dish can be customized with additional vegetables or protein.
- If you want more creaminess, consider adding a splash of cream or milk.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
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