Manestra Recipe – Eats Now

Name: Manestra
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil; 1 medium onion, finely diced; 3 large cloves garlic, minced; 2 tablespoons dried oregano (preferably Greek); 1 teaspoon salt; 1 teaspoon coarse ground black pepper; 1 28 ounce can crushed tomatoes; 6 cups vegetable broth or water; 1 1/2 cups orzo; Grated Kefalotyri or Parmesan cheese for garnish (optional)

Servings: persons

1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
1 medium onion, finely diced
3 large cloves garlic, minced
2 tablespoons dried oregano (preferably Greek)
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon coarse ground black pepper
1 28 ounce can crushed tomatoes
6 cups vegetable broth or water
1 1/2 cups orzo
Grated Kefalotyri or Parmesan cheese for garnish (optional)

1
Heat the olive oil in a 4 quart soup pot and add the diced onion. Saute for a few minutes and then add the minced garlic and oregano. Continue to saute until the garlic smells fragrant.
2
Stir in the crushed tomatoes and simmer for about 5 minutes. Add the broth or water and bring up to a boil. Stir in the orzo and simmer for about 8 to 10 minutes, stirring often so the orzo doesn't stick to the bottom of the pot. Serve nice and hot in bowls garnished with the cheese if you like.
3
NOTE: If re-heating you may need to add a little extra broth or water as the orzo soaks up so much liquid.

299

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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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: 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil, 1 medium onion, finely diced, 3 large cloves garlic, minced, 2 tablespoons dried oregano (preferably Greek), and more.

Yes, Manestra 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.

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