Wild Mushroom and Orzo "Risotto" Recipe

Name: Wild Mushroom and Orzo "Risotto"
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 7/8 to 1 ounce dried porcini mushrooms*; 1 1/2 cups hot water; 3 tablespoons olive oil; 1 medium onion, chopped; 2 cups orzo; 3 1/2 to 4 cups canned low-salt chicken broth; 1/2 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese (about 1 1/4 ounces); Salt and freshly ground pepper; Minced fresh parsley; *Porcini are available at Italian markets and specialty foods stores.

Servings: persons

7/8 to 1 ounce dried porcini mushrooms*
1 1/2 cups hot water
3 tablespoons olive oil
1 medium onion, chopped
2 cups orzo
3 1/2 to 4 cups canned low-salt chicken broth
1/2 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese (about 1 1/4 ounces)
Salt and freshly ground pepper
Minced fresh parsley
*Porcini are available at Italian markets and specialty foods stores.

1
Rinse mushrooms briefly with cold water.
2
Place in small bowl.
3
Add 1 1/2 cups hot water and let soak until softened, about 30 minutes.
4
Drain mushrooms, reserving soaking liquid.
5
Squeeze mushrooms and chop.
6
Heat oil in heavy medium saucepan over medium heat.
7
Add onion and saute until tender, about 8 minutes.
8
Add orzo and stir until coated with oil.
9
Mix in chopped mushrooms.
10
Meanwhile combine 4 cups broth other medium saucepan.
11
Bring to simmer.
12
Reduce heat to low and keep hot.
13
Add 1 cup liquid to orzo, adjust heat so liquid simmers slowly and cook until orzo absorbs liquid, stirring occasionally.
14
Continue adding liquid 1 cup at a time, simmering until each addition is absorbed before adding next and stirring occasionally until orzo is just tender and liquid is creamy, about 30 minutes.
15
Stir in Parmesan.
16
Season with salt and pepper.
17
Garnish with parsley.

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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: 7/8 to 1 ounce dried porcini mushrooms*, 1 1/2 cups hot water, 3 tablespoons olive oil, 1 medium onion, chopped, and more.

Yes, Wild Mushroom and Orzo "Risotto" 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.

Wild Mushroom and Orzo "Risotto"

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