Ingredients
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- 1 lb smoked sausage, sliced
- 2 tbsp butter
- 4 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 cup orzo pasta
- 2 cups chicken broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Melt the butter in a large pot or skillet over medium heat.
- Add the sliced sausage and cook until browned, about 5-7 minutes.
- Stir in minced garlic and cook for another 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
- Add the orzo pasta and mix well with the sausage.
- Pour in the chicken broth and bring to a boil. Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for about 10 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- Once the orzo is tender and the liquid is mostly absorbed, stir in heavy cream, Parmesan cheese, salt, and pepper. Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes until creamy.
- Serve hot, garnished with fresh parsley if desired.
Notes
For added veggies, toss in some spinach or kale during the last few minutes of cooking.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: None
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 490
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 900mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 39g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 70mg