Best 6 Bookwormans Spicy Orzo Recipes

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Looking for a flavorful and easy-to-make pasta dish? Look no further than Bookwormans Spicy Orzo! This delightful recipe combines the tangy and bold flavors of Cajun seasoning, diced tomatoes, and juicy shrimp, all tossed with tender orzo pasta. You'll be amazed at how quickly this dish comes together, and even more impressed with the burst of flavors that await you in every savory bite. So grab your apron, gather your ingredients, and get ready to indulge in a culinary masterpiece that will surely become a family favorite.

Let's cook with our recipes!

SPICY CHICKEN AND ORZO SKILLET



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Ground cumin, Italian seasoning and red pepper flakes fabulously flavor every bite of this zesty chicken and pasta supper.

Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Entree

Time 45m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 tablespoon olive or vegetable oil
4 boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into thin bite-size strips
1 clove garlic, finely chopped
1 cup ready-to-eat baby-cut carrots, quartered lengthwise
1 small onion, cut into thin wedges
3/4 cup uncooked rosamarina or orzo pasta (5 1/2 oz)
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1/2 teaspoon Italian seasoning
1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
1/2 cup water
1 can (15 oz) Progresso™ chickpeas or garbanzo beans, drained, rinsed
1 3/4 cups Progresso™ chicken broth (from 32 oz carton)
2 cups fresh spinach leaves, cut into thin strips

Steps:

  • In 12-inch skillet, heat oil over medium-high heat until hot. Add chicken and garlic; cook and stir 3 minutes. Add carrots and onion; cover and cook 2 to 3 minutes or until vegetables are crisp-tender, stirring once.
  • Stir in all remaining ingredients except spinach. Heat to boiling. Reduce heat; cover and simmer 12 to 15 minutes, stirring occasionally, until most of liquid is absorbed and orzo is tender.
  • Stir in spinach; cover and cook 2 to 3 minutes longer or until spinach is wilted.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 480, Carbohydrate 52 g, Cholesterol 75 mg, Fat 1 1/2, Fiber 8 g, Protein 42 g, SaturatedFat 2 g, ServingSize 1 Serving (1 1/2 Cups), Sodium 530 mg, Sugar 3 g, TransFat 0 g

30 BEST WAYS TO COOK ORZO



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These orzo recipes are a great alternative to rice dishes. From parmesan pasta to shrimp to salads, you'll love making these satisfying meals.

Provided by insanelygood

Categories     Recipe Roundup

Number Of Ingredients 30

Roasted Eggplant u0026amp; Tomato Orzo Pasta
Greek Orzo Stuffed Red Peppers with Lemony Basil Tomatoes
Easy Parmesan Orzo Pasta
One-Pot Garlic Butter Shrimp and Orzo
Mediterranean Orzo Salad
Slow Cooker Enchilada Orzo
Pan-Fried Basil Tomato Orzo
Greek Baked Orzo
Fresh Summer Orzo Salad
Lemon Garlic Orzo with Asparagus
Orange Orzo Salad with Almonds, Feta, and Olives
Italian Orzo Tuna Salad
Three-Cheese Orzo Pasta
Mediterranean Orzo Recipe with Zucchini and Chickpeas
Orzo Salad with Roasted Red Peppers, Spinach, and Feta
Kale, White Bean, and Orzo Soup
Lemony Orzo Pasta Salad with Cucumber and Feta
Warm Orzo Salad with Beets u0026amp; Greens
Cabbage Soup With Orzo Pasta
Pumpkin Orzo
Pesto Orzo Salad With Roasted Vegetables u0026amp; Chickpeas
Orzo with Mushrooms, Scallions, and Parmesan
Vegan Lemon Chickpea Orzo
Creamy Tomato Orzo Soup
Baked Orzo Stuffed Tomatoes
Pressure Cooker Lentil Orzo Soup
Simple Orzo Pilaf
Lemon Chicken Orzo Soup
Easy Orzo Cacio e Pepe
Creamy Corn and Basil Orzotto

Steps:

  • Select your favorite recipe.
  • Organize all the required ingredients.
  • Prep an orzo dish in 30 minutes or less!

Nutrition Facts :

BOOKWORMAN'S SPICY ORZO



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Categories     Lamb     Pasta     Fry

Yield 6 people

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 pound lean ground lamb or turkey
2 tablespoons minced garlic
2 tablespoons minced peeled fresh ginger
1 jalapeño chili with seeds, chopped
1 1/4 teaspoons ground cardamom
1 1/2 teaspoon curry powder
8 ounces orzo pasta
2 cups canned beef broth or water
1-2 cups water
28 oz can chopped tomatoes
1 cup chopped fresh cilantro

Steps:

  • Heat oil in heavy large skillet over medium-high heat. Add meat and sauté until cooked through, breaking up with back of spoon, about 5 minutes. Drain fat. Reduce heat to medium. Add garlic, ginger and chili to same skillet and sauté 2 minutes. Add cardamom, curry powder and orzo and stir for 1 minute. Add broth, canned tomatoes, and about 1 cup water and bring mixture to boil. Reduce heat to medium-low. Cover and cook until orzo is tender and most of broth is absorbed, stirring occasionally and maybe adding more water to prevent sticking on bottom of skillet, about 15 minutes. Season to taste with salt and pepper. Stir in cilantro and serve.

ORZO & SPICY ITALIAN VEGGIE SAUSAGE MEDLEY



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This is a quick, easy, one-pot meal in which I used Yves Spicy Italian Veggie Sausages. I'm sure you could sub ordinary Italian sausage if you wanted.

Provided by ILuvRecipes

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 35m

Yield 4-5 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

380 g spicy italian vegetarian sausages, Yves
1 teaspoon olive oil
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 onion, diced
1 large carrot, julienned
1/2 green pepper, diced
1/2 teaspoon sage
796 ml diced tomatoes
1 cup water
1 1/2 cups orzo pasta
2 cups broccoli florets
salt and pepper

Steps:

  • Slice sausages into 1/4 inch thick slices.
  • Heat oil in a large pot.
  • Add garlic, onion, carrot and green pepper. Saute for about 2 minutes.
  • Add sausage slices and cook for 5 minutes.
  • Sprinkle with sage and salt and pepper.
  • Stir in tomatoes and water and bring to a boil.
  • Stir in orzo and reduce heat to medium.
  • Simmer uncovered, stirring often till most of the liquid is absorbed - about 10 minutes.
  • Stir in broccoli and remove from heat. Cover and let stand till liquid is absorbed - 3 to 5 minutes.
  • Sprinkle each serving with Parmesan cheese, if you like.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 579.3, Fat 19.9, SaturatedFat 3.2, Sodium 1347.9, Carbohydrate 77.8, Fiber 9, Sugar 11.7, Protein 29.3

MELTING BISCUITS



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Traditional English biscuits that melt in your mouth.

Provided by Jayna

Categories     English Recipes

Yield 24

Number Of Ingredients 8

½ cup butter, softened
⅜ cup white sugar
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 egg yolk
1 cup self-rising flour
2 tablespoons cornstarch
¼ teaspoon salt
¼ cup rolled oats

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 375 degrees F(190 degrees C). Grease cookie sheets.
  • Cream the butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in the egg yolk and vanilla extract. Sift together the flour, cornstarch, and salt; stir into the butter mixture. Shape dough into 20 to 24 small balls, about 1/2 inch in diameter. Roll each ball in the oats and place about 2 inches apart on cookie sheets.
  • Bake 15 to 20 minutes until golden brown. Let cool on wire rack. Store in an airtight tin.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 72.9 calories, Carbohydrate 8.2 g, Cholesterol 18.7 mg, Fat 4.1 g, Fiber 0.2 g, Protein 0.8 g, SaturatedFat 2.5 g, Sodium 118.1 mg, Sugar 3.2 g

SPICY INDIAN ORZO



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Categories     Lamb     Pasta     Sauté     Dinner     Lunch     Bon Appétit

Yield Serves 4

Number Of Ingredients 11

2 tablespoons vegetable oil
1 pound lean ground lamb
2 tablespoons minced garlic
2 tablespoons minced peeled fresh ginger
1 jalapeño chili with seeds, chopped
1 1/4 teaspoons ground cardamom
1 1/2 teaspoon curry powder
8 ounces orzo pasta
2 cups canned beef broth
1 cup chopped seeded ripe tomato
1/2 cup chopped fresh cilantro

Steps:

  • Heat oil in heavy large skillet over medium-high heat. Add lamb and sauté until cooked through, breaking up with back of spoon, about 5
  • minutes. Using slotted spoon, transfer lamb to bowl.
  • Reduce heat to medium. Add garlic, ginger and chili to same skillet and sauté 2 minutes. Add cardamom, curry powder and orzo and stir to 1 minute. Add broth and bring mixture to boil. Reduce heat to medium-low. Cover and cook until orzo is tender and most of broth is absorbed, stirring occasionally to prevent sticking on bottom of skillet, about 15 minutes. Return lamb to skillet and mix in. Season to taste with salt and pepper.
  • Mound pilaf on large platter. Garnish with tomato and cilantro and serve.

Tips:

  • Use high-quality ingredients: Fresh vegetables, flavorful herbs, and aromatic spices will elevate the taste of your orzo dish.
  • Cook the orzo al dente: This means cooking it until it is tender but still has a slight bite to it. Overcooked orzo will be mushy and unpleasant.
  • Don't overcrowd the pan: When cooking the orzo, make sure to use a large enough pan so that the orzo has plenty of room to move around. Overcrowding the pan will prevent the orzo from cooking evenly.
  • Add flavor with sautéed vegetables: Sautéing vegetables in olive oil or butter before adding them to the orzo is a great way to infuse the dish with flavor. Some good choices for vegetables include onions, garlic, peppers, mushrooms, and zucchini.
  • Use a flavorful broth: The broth you use to cook the orzo will have a big impact on the flavor of the dish. Use a high-quality broth that is packed with flavor. You can use chicken broth, vegetable broth, or even seafood broth.
  • Add some protein: Orzo is a great base for a variety of proteins. Some good choices include chicken, shrimp, sausage, and beef. You can also add beans or lentils for a vegetarian protein option.
  • Season to taste: Once you have added all of the ingredients to your orzo dish, be sure to season it to taste. This means adding salt, pepper, and other spices until the dish is flavorful enough for your liking.

Conclusion:

Orzo is a versatile and delicious grain that can be used in a variety of dishes. With its mild flavor and al dente texture, orzo is a great choice for salads, soups, and casseroles. It can also be served as a side dish or as a main course. The recipes in this article provide just a few examples of the many ways you can enjoy orzo. So get creative and experiment with different flavors and ingredients to find your favorite orzo dish.

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