Orzo is a small Italian pasta that looks very much like rice and is usually prepared similar to a risotto. This pasta dish is both simple and quick, fabulously creamy, and has a wonderful blend of flavors that will delight, not only the adults, but the kids too... This dish very adaptable. It can be eaten as a side dish, or add some cooked chicken, ham or shrimp for a main course. When available, I like to substitute sauteed fresh asparagus for the peas, and I often add 1/2 cup cremini mushrooms to saute along with the shallot and garlic. I love this dish because I can whip it together in about 30-40 minutes, and it's made with things that I usually have readily at hand. It makes a last minute supper feel like something special rather than an afterthought.
lilybear ,Absolutely delicious!! So creamy. I added in chopped cooked chicken at the end & it was a perfect meal.12y
new5man ,This was a great comfort food recipe. Added roast chicken to make as a main dish. Delicious!12y
twylacooks ,It is delicious and surprisingly easy to make. I served the orzo with some roasted chicken breast and everyone loved the simple dinner. Well, almost anyway. My little ones wouldn't eat the peas but did clean their plates and my son asked for seconds. This will definitely be a favorite.12y
jmschaub ,Nice flavor, but Orzo is messy to cleanup on pan (didn't mark down for that). Pretty easy to make also, makes a large quantity and is a good side dish.12y
amandatane ,I love this recipe! Very simple and a nice side dish for a weekday meal. My entire family loves it!14y