Can I use milk instead of cream?

Oh honey, I've tried - and while milk *works*, it won't give you that luscious, velvety texture. The heavy cream's fat content is what makes this garlic parmesan orzo so dreamy. If you must sub, try half-and-half mixed with a teaspoon of flour whisked in.

Regular orzo is made from wheat flour, so nope - not gluten-free. But good news! Many stores now carry gluten-free orzo made from rice or corn flour. Just adjust cooking times since they can behave differently.

Can I make this ahead?

Absolutely, The sauce thickens as it sits, so when reheating, just stir in a splash of milk or broth to loosen it up. The garlic flavor actually gets better after resting overnight (if you can resist eating it all).

Why does my sauce look grainy?

Two likely culprits: cheese grated too coarse or heat too high. Always use finely grated parmesan and keep the burner at medium-low when melting it into the cream. Patience makes perfection.

1 Bowl of Garlic Parmesan Creamy Orzo Will Blow Your Mind -

Name: 1 Bowl of Garlic Parmesan Creamy Orzo Will Blow Your Mind
Prep time: 5 min
Cook time: 15 min
Total time: 20 min
Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients: 1 cup orzo pasta; 2 tbsp butter; 3 cloves garlic, minced; 1 cup heavy cream; 1/2 cup grated parmesan cheese; 1/2 tsp salt; 1/4 tsp black pepper; 1 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped

1 Bowl of Garlic Parmesan Creamy Orzo Will Blow Your Mind

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A creamy and flavorful garlic parmesan orzo dish that’s quick to make and perfect for any meal.

Author: RecipeZest
Prep Time: 5 mins
Cook Time: 15 mins
Total Time: 20 mins
Yield: 4 servings
Category: Main Dish
Method: Stovetop
Cuisine: Italian
Diet: Vegetarian

Ingredients

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1 cup orzo pasta
2 tbsp butter
3 cloves garlic, minced
1 cup heavy cream
1/2 cup grated parmesan cheese
1/2 tsp salt
1/4 tsp black pepper
1 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped

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Instructions

Cook orzo according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
In a pan, melt butter over medium heat. Add minced garlic and sauté for 1 minute.
Pour in heavy cream and bring to a simmer.
Stir in parmesan cheese until melted and smooth.
Add cooked orzo, salt, and pepper. Mix well.
Garnish with fresh parsley and serve hot.

Notes

Use freshly grated parmesan for best flavor.
Adjust salt and pepper to taste.
Add a splash of pasta water if the sauce is too thick.

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