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Creamy Crispy Onion Orzo

A rich, creamy orzo pasta topped with golden crispy onions for the ultimate comfort food dinner.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American, Autumn
Calories: 380
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Orzo Base
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 yellow onion large, thinly sliced
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 cup orzo pasta uncooked
  • 2.5 cups vegetable broth warm
  • 0.5 cup heavy cream
  • 0.5 cup Parmesan cheese grated
  • 0.5 tsp salt to taste
  • 0.5 tsp black pepper
  • 0.25 tsp smoked paprika
  • 0.25 tsp dried thyme

Equipment

  • Mixing bowls
  • Baking sheet
  • Wire rack
  • Hand mixer or stand mixer

Method
 

  1. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat and cook onions until golden and crispy. Remove and set aside.
  2. Add garlic to the same pan and sauté for 30 seconds.
  3. Stir in orzo and toast for 1–2 minutes.
  4. Pour in warm vegetable broth and simmer until orzo is tender and liquid is absorbed.
  5. Lower heat and stir in cream, Parmesan, salt, pepper, paprika, and thyme.
  6. Simmer 2–3 minutes until thick and creamy.
  7. Serve topped with crispy onions and fresh herbs.

Notes

Add a splash of broth when reheating to loosen the sauce.