Cheesy Orzo Pasta with Fresh Basil
Enjoy a delightful meal with our Cheesy Orzo, a flavorful blend of rice-shaped pasta, Parmesan cheese, and aromatic fresh basil. This easy recipe promises comfort and deliciousness in every cheesy, pasta-filled bite!
Servings 4
Calories 268kcal
Ingredients
- 1 cup orzo pasta
- 1 tablespoon unsalted butter
- 2 cups vegetable broth
- 1 cup shredded parmesean
- ¼ cup fresh basil , chopped
Instructions
- In a large skillet over medium-high heat, melt butter in until bubbly.
- Add orzo and toast pasta until golden brown.
- Carefully stir in vegetable broth and bring to a boil.
- Reduce to low heat and simmer pasta 15 minutes, until broth is absorbed and pasta is al dente.
- Stir in parmesan cheese and chopped basil.
Nutrition
Calories: 268kcal | Carbohydrates: 30g | Protein: 14g | Fat: 10g | Saturated Fat: 6g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.5g | Monounsaturated Fat: 3g | Trans Fat: 0.1g | Cholesterol: 25mg | Sodium: 873mg | Potassium: 112mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 2g | Vitamin A: 612IU | Vitamin C: 0.3mg | Calcium: 307mg | Iron: 1mg | Net Carbohydrates: 29g
