Orzo Alfredo

Savor the simplicity of creamy, delicious Orzo Alfredo in this comforting side dish. Tender-crisp sweet peas are the perfect addition to rich, creamy Alfredo sauce enveloping perfectly cooked orzo.

Servings per Recipe: 8 servings

Calories per Serving: 536

Prep Time: 10

Cook Time: 20

Total Time: 30

Ingredients

16 ounces orzo pasta
2 cups heavy whipping cream
2-½ cups frozen peas
¼ cup butter, cut into pieces
1 clove garlic, minced
1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
1 teaspoon salt
¼ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
⅛ teaspoon freshly ground nutmeg

Instructions

Cook 16 ounces orzo pasta according to package directions.
Thaw and drain 2-½ cups frozen peas.
Mince 1 clove garlic.
In a large saucepan, combine 2 cups heavy whipping cream and ¼ cup butter. Heat over medium heat until butter has melted and cream is warmed, but do not boil.
Add 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese, minced garlic, 1 teaspoon salt, ¼ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper and ⅛ teaspoon freshly ground nutmeg. Mix well and cook over medium-low heat until cheese is melted.
Add thawed peas and cooked orzo, mixing gently.
Heat over medium-low heat until everything is warmed through. Serve immediately.

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