Creamy Orzo Risotto - cooking recipe
Ingredients
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1 1/2 cups orzo pasta
2 tablespoons butter
2 tablespoons garlic, finely chopped
2 tablespoons onions, finely chopped
3/4 cup dry white wine
1 cup 35% cream
2 tablespoons chives, finely choped
1/2 cup old white cheddar cheese, shredded
2 ounces blue cheese, crumbled
salt and pepper
1/4 cup pine nuts, toasted
Preparation
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In large pot of boiling lightly salted water, cook orzo for about 8 minutes or just until tender but still firm. Drain and rinse under cold water; drain and set aside.
Meanwhile, in a large skillet, melt butter over medium-low heat; cook garlic and onion for 3-4 minutes or until onion is softened.
Add wine and bring to a simmer; reduce heat to a medium-low and cook gently, stirring occasionally, for about 5 minutes or until slightly thickened.
Add orzo to cream sauce; stirring constantly, bring to a simmer.
Stir in chives and cheddar and blue cheeses. Season with salt and pepper.
Sprinkle with pine nuts.
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