creamy orzo with shrimp, peas and parmesan

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beulah, MI
Updated on Oct 7, 2024

Much like a risotto. Really creamy.

prep time 5 Min
cook time 20 Min
method Stove Top
yield 4 serving(s)

Ingredients

  • 2 tablespoons butter
  • 1 medium onion, chopped
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • salt, to taste
  • pepper, to taste
  • 1 cup orzo
  • 1/4 cup white wine
  • 4 cups chicken or seafood stock
  • 1/2 cup peas, thawed if frozen
  • 1/2 pound shrimp, peeled, deveined cut into 1 inch pieces
  • 1/2 cup fresh grated Parmesan, plus more for garnish

How To Make creamy orzo with shrimp, peas and parmesan

  • Step 1
    Melt the butter in a large skillet. Add the onion and garlic and season with salt and pepper. Cook for 3 minutes. Add or orzo and cook for another minutes. Add the wine and let most evaporate.
  • Step 2
    Pour in the stock and bring to a boil cook about 15 minutes. Add the peas and shrimp and cook 5 more minutes. Remove from heat and stir in the Parmesan cheese until it's melted. Taste and adjust for seasoning. Serve with more grated Parmesan cheese

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Ingredient: Seafood
Culture: American
Category: Seafood
Method: Stove Top

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