Orzo Pasta With Peas and Annatto Sage Sauce Recipe

Name: Orzo Pasta With Peas and Annatto Sage Sauce
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: ½ cup dired porcini mushroom; 2 cups heavy cream; 1 teaspoon ground annatto seed; 1 tablespoon fresh sage, chopped; salt and black pepper, to taste; 1 tablespoon unsalted butter; 1 cup fresh peas, blanched; ½ cup sun-dried tomato, julienned; 2 cups orzo pasta, cooked; ½ cup manchego cheese, grated; 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped

Servings: persons

½ cup dired porcini mushroom
2 cups heavy cream
1 teaspoon ground annatto seed
1 tablespoon fresh sage, chopped
salt and black pepper, to taste
1 tablespoon unsalted butter
1 cup fresh peas, blanched
½ cup sun-dried tomato, julienned
2 cups orzo pasta, cooked
½ cup manchego cheese, grated
2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped

1
Soak the mushrooms in warm water for 30 minutes.
2
Drain and discard the liquid.
3
Heat a saute pan over medium heat.
4
Add the cream and simmer for 3 to 4 minutes.
5
Stir in the annatto powder and sage.
6
Continue to simmer the cream sauce for another 2 minutes.
7
Season the annatto-sage cream sauce with salt and pepper.
8
Keep warm.
9
In a different saute pan over medium heat, saute the drained mushrooms in the butter until golden brown and tender, about 4 to 5 minutes.
10
Add the blanched peas, sundried tomatoes and orzo to the pan.
11
Toss all the ingredients until hot.
12
Stir in the annatto-sage cream and the grated cheese.
13
Stir in the chopped parsley.
14
Serve!

1001

kcal

Calories

Fat

103

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

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 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: ½ cup dired porcini mushroom, 2 cups heavy cream, 1 teaspoon ground annatto seed, 1 tablespoon fresh sage, chopped, and more.

Yes, Orzo Pasta With Peas and Annatto Sage Sauce 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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Orzo Pasta With Peas and Annatto Sage Sauce

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

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