Ingredients
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- 1 pound Italian sausage, sliced
- 1 cup orzo pasta
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 small onion, chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley, chopped for garnish
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add sausage slices and cook until browned. Remove and set aside.
- In the same pot, sauté onion and garlic until fragrant and translucent.
- Add the orzo and cook for 1-2 minutes, stirring constantly.
- Pour in chicken broth and heavy cream. Bring to a simmer and cook until orzo is tender, about 10 minutes.
- Return sausage to the pot, stir to combine, and cook for an additional 2 minutes.
- Mix in Parmesan cheese until melted and creamy. Season with salt and pepper.
- Garnish with chopped parsley before serving.
Notes
- For a spicy kick, add red pepper flakes with the sausage.
- Use fresh herbs for a more vibrant flavor.
- Can be made ahead and reheated gently on the stove.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Nut Free
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 520 Kcal
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 14g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 52g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 26g
- Cholesterol: 85mg