Orzo With Shrimp, Feta Cheese And White Wine Recipe

Name: Orzo With Shrimp, Feta Cheese And White Wine
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 8 ounces orzo pasta (uncooked); 6 tablespoons olive oil; 1 cup feta cheese, crumbled; 1/4 cup parmesan cheese, freshly grated; 2 tablespoons fresh basil, chopped; 1 lb medium shrimp, uncooked, peeled and deveined; 2 garlic cloves, chopped; 1 (14 1/2 ounce) can diced tomatoes with juice; 1/4 cup fresh basil, chopped; 1/2 cup dry white wine; 2 teaspoons dried oregano; 1/2 teaspoon dry crushed red pepper; 1/4 - 1/2 cup pine nuts, toasted (optional)

Servings: persons

8 ounces orzo pasta (uncooked)
6 tablespoons olive oil
1 cup feta cheese, crumbled
1/4 cup parmesan cheese, freshly grated
2 tablespoons fresh basil, chopped
1 lb medium shrimp, uncooked, peeled and deveined
2 garlic cloves, chopped
1 (14 1/2 ounce) can diced tomatoes with juice
1/4 cup fresh basil, chopped
1/2 cup dry white wine
2 teaspoons dried oregano
1/2 teaspoon dry crushed red pepper
1/4 - 1/2 cup pine nuts, toasted (optional)

1
Preheat oven to 400 degrees F. Brush 11x7 inch pan with oil.
2
Cook orzo according to package directions. Drain well and return to pot. Add 2 tablespoons olive oil, 1/4 cup feta cheese, parmesan, and 2 tablespoons basil; stir until blended. (at this point you can add some roasted pine nuts, if you wish).
3
Arrange orzo mixture in prepared pan.
4
Heat 2 tbsps. oil in large skillet over med-high heat.
5
Add shrimp and saute until slightly pink, about 2 minutes (shrimp will NOT be cooked through). Arrange shrimp on top orzo.
6
Add remaining 2 tablespoons of oil to skillet. Add garlic and saute over medium-high heat 30 seconds. Add tomatoes with juice; cook 1 minute. Stir in wine, oregano, crushed red pepper, and remaining 1/4 cup basil. Simmer uncovered until reduced to thick sauce consistency, stirring occasionally, about 2 minutes. Season to taste with salt and pepper; spoon over shrimp.
7
Bake orzo until heated through, about 10 minutes.
8
Sprinkle with remaining 3/4 cup feta cheese and serve.

795

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* 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

Leave out the nuts to make it nut-free, or swap in seeds for a similar crunch.

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 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 8 ounces orzo pasta (uncooked), 6 tablespoons olive oil, 1 cup feta cheese, crumbled, 1/4 cup parmesan cheese, freshly grated, and more.

Yes, Orzo With Shrimp, Feta Cheese And White Wine falls under the Seafood 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 With Shrimp, Feta Cheese And White Wine

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