Creamy Orzo Risotto With Butternut Squash Recipe

Name: Creamy Orzo Risotto With Butternut Squash
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 cups butternut squash uncooked, cut into small cubes; 1/2 teaspoon olive oil; 1/2 tablespoon unsalted butter; 1 cup orzo uncooked; 1 1/2 cups water; 1 cup vegetable broth; 1 teaspoon fresh thyme fresh, or 8 whole sprigs, sprigs preferred; 2 tablespoons half & half; 1/3 cup grated Parmesan cheese; pepper

Servings: persons

2 cups butternut squash uncooked, cut into small cubes
1/2 teaspoon olive oil
1/2 tablespoon unsalted butter
1 cup orzo uncooked
1 1/2 cups water
1 cup vegetable broth
1 teaspoon fresh thyme fresh, or 8 whole sprigs, sprigs preferred
2 tablespoons half & half
1/3 cup grated Parmesan cheese
pepper

1
Preheat oven to 425u00b0F.
2
Coat a small rimmed baking sheet with cooking spray.
3
In a medium bowl, toss squash with oil and salt; spread in a single layer on prepared baking sheet,
4
Roast, stirring halfway through, until squash is tender and lightly browned, about 20 to 25 minutes.
5
Meanwhile, melt butter in a medium saucepan over medium heat; add orzo. Stir constantly until orzo begins to smell toasty, about 3 minutes.
6
Add water, broth and thyme sprigs; bring to a boil.
7
Reduce heat to low; simmer, uncovered, stirring occasionally, until liquid is nearly absorbed, about 15 minutes.
8
Remove thyme sprigs; stir in half-and-half, cheese and roasted squash.
9
Season well with salt and pepper; serve.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 cups butternut squash uncooked, cut into small cubes, 1/2 teaspoon olive oil, 1/2 tablespoon unsalted butter, 1 cup orzo uncooked, and more.

Yes, Creamy Orzo Risotto With Butternut Squash falls under the Pasta & Noodles category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

Creamy Orzo Risotto With Butternut Squash

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