Orzo Pasta With Tomatoes And Parmesan
User Reviews
5
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Prep Time
5 mins
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Cook Time
45 mins
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Servings
3
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Calories
535 kcal
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Course
Main Course
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Cuisine
Greek
Orzo Pasta With Tomatoes And Parmesan
Description
This recipe starts by roasting cherry tomatoes, whole garlic, and chili peppers tossed in olive oil, sugar, and sea salt at high heat for 30 minutes. The roasting concentrates the tomatoes' sweetness and softens the garlic, which is mashed before mixing back in. Cooked orzo pasta is then combined with the roasted tomato mixture and most of the Parmesan cheese. After mixing, the dish is topped with extra cheese and baked to develop a bubbly, golden crust.
The resulting dish has a tender, creamy texture from the orzo softened by the tomato and cheese sauce. Roasting the tomatoes and garlic adds depth and sweetness balanced by subtle chili heat when included. The Parmesan gives richness and a lightly crisp top layer.
Orzo Pasta With Tomatoes And Parmesan can be served as a comforting side or a vegetarian main course. The baked finish adds texture and warmth, making it appealing for cooler days or simple dinner options. The method allows for controlling spice by including or omitting the chili peppers.
Ingredients
- 1½ lb cherry tomato
- 1 garlic bulb
- ¼ cup extra virgin olive oil
- 2-4 chili peppers optional
- 1 cup Parmesan Cheese grated
- 2 cups orzo about one cup raw orzo, 6 oz, cooked, pasta
- 1 teaspoon sugar level
- salt sea salt
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 425°F / 220°C.
- Wash and quickly dry the cherry tomatoes and chilies. Peel the garlic. Add all to a medium size baking pan with ¼ cup of olive oil, a teaspoon of sugar and a pinch of sea salt. Add a few fresh basil leaves and a couple of chili peppers and toss to mix. Roast in the oven for 30 minutes.
- While the tomatoes roast, follow the packet instructions and cook the orzo al dente.
- Remove the tomatoes from the oven. Discard the chilies and basil. Transfer the garlic cloves to a plate and mash them with a fork.
- Return the garlic to the baking pan. Add the cooked orzo. Add most of the parmesan cheese, and save some for the top. Mix well and sprinkle a generous amount of grated cheese on top. Bake in the oven for 15 minutes or until the top is bubbly and golden.
Notes
- Nutritional information provided is an estimate and may vary depending on product brands and quantities used.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 3Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 535 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 535kcal | 27% |
| Carbohydrates | 51g | 17% |
| Protein | 21g | 42% |
| Fat | 28g | 43% |
| Saturated Fat | 8g | 40% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 3g | 18% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 16g | 80% |
| Cholesterol | 23mg | 8% |
| Sodium | 561mg | 23% |
| Potassium | 590mg | 13% |
| Fiber | 4g | 16% |
| Sugar | 8g | 16% |
| Vitamin A | 1458IU | 29% |
| Vitamin C | 52mg | 58% |
| Calcium | 430mg | 43% |
| Iron | 4mg | 22% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
5
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