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Easy Orzo Risotto Style- Kritharoto
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Easy Orzo Risotto Style- Kritharoto

Perfect for any time of day, this recipe delivers great flavor effortlessly.

Servings: 4 Servings

Ingredients

  • 1 onion chopped
  • 1/3 cup olive oil
  • 14 ounces orzo I used medium size
  • 1 ½ cup broth
  • 1 pound mushroom chopped or sliced, peeled or washed
  • ¼ cup of wine
  • ½ cup Parmesan Cheese grated
  • parsley chopped
  • black pepper freshly ground

Instructions

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  1. Heat ½ of the olive oil in a deep pan and sauté the onion until soft.
  2. Add the orzo and increase heat and stir for about 1 minute.
  3. Start adding the broth with a ladle and stir until the liquid is absorbed. Continue this process for about 5-7 minutes.
  4. Add the mushrooms and the wine and continue stirring. Once liquids are absorbed, continue adding the broth, continuing the process for 2-3 minutes.
  5. Try the orzo, it should be soft with bit of a bite in the center.
  6. Add a bit more broth stirring.
  7. Remove from heat, add the parmesan and the rest of olive oil and stir for about 2 minutes.
  8. Serve immediately with freshly ground pepper and sprinkle with some chopped parsley.

Notes

  • Make sure you have all the ingredients ready before starting the recipe.