Ingredients
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1 tbsp olive oil
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2 tbsp unsalted butter
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1 medium onion , finely chopped
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1 garlic clove , crushed
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1 cup zucchini , diced
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½ red or yellow bell pepper, seeded and diced
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1½ cups button mushrooms , diced
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1½ cups orzo
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1 tsp fresh thyme , finely chopped
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1 bay leaf
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4 cups chicken or vegetable stock
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¼ cup Parmesan , freshly grated
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Salt and pepper to taste
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In a saucepan, heat the oil and 1 tbsp of butter. Add the onion, garlic, and zucchini, and sauté for 5 minutes. Add the bell pepper and mushrooms, and continue to sauté for 2 more minutes. Stir in the orzo, thyme, bay leaf, and about 1 cup of the chicken or vegetable stock. Cook over low heat, stirring frequently until the stock is almost absorbed.
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Gradually add the rest of the stock, stirring, for about 20 minutes, or until almost all the liquid is absorbed.Remove the bay leaf and stir in the remaining 1 tbsp butter and cheese. Season to taste.
Please be mindful of any allergies you and/or your family may have before you try out this recipe.