Orzo With Mushrooms and Fontina Recipe

Name: Orzo With Mushrooms and Fontina
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil; 1 small onion, minced; 1 garlic clove, minced; 1 lb fresh mushrooms, trimmed and sliced thin; 3 canned whole tomatoes, finely chopped; 2 teaspoons finely chopped fresh sage, leaes; salt; fresh ground black pepper; 1 lb orzo pasta; 4 ounces italian Fontina cheese, shredded; ½ cup grated parmesan cheese

Servings: persons

2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
1 small onion, minced
1 garlic clove, minced
1 lb fresh mushrooms, trimmed and sliced thin
3 canned whole tomatoes, finely chopped
2 teaspoons finely chopped fresh sage, leaes
salt
fresh ground black pepper
1 lb orzo pasta
4 ounces italian Fontina cheese, shredded
½ cup grated parmesan cheese

1
Heat oil in a large pan; add in onion and cook until softened, about 3-4 minutes.
2
Add in garlic and cook until fragrant, another minute.
3
Add in mushrooms; cook/stir, until the release their juices, 5-7 minutes.
4
Add in tomatoes and sage; cook until the sauce is slightly thickened, 3-4 minutes.
5
Season with salt and pepper to taste.
6
Meanwhile, bring 4 quarts water to a boil in a big pot; add 1 tablespoon salt and the pasta to the boiling water.
7
Cook until al dente; drain the pasta and return it to the cooking pot.
8
Toss with the sauce, Fontina, and Parmesan; serve immediately.

737

kcal

Calories

Fat

101

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

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

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: 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil, 1 small onion, minced, 1 garlic clove, minced, 1 lb fresh mushrooms, trimmed and sliced thin, and more.

Yes, Orzo With Mushrooms and Fontina 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.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Orzo With Mushrooms and Fontina

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Variations & substitutions

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