BUTTERNUT ORZO RISOTTO

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This creamy dish resembles traditional rice risotto, only it's quicker and easier to make. Fresh herbs enhance the tender orzo pasta and sweet butternut squash. Try it as a warming side dish for pork.-Country Woman Test Kitchen

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 45m

Yield 5 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 13

3 cups cubed peeled butternut squash (about 1/2-inch cubes)
1 teaspoon olive oil
1/8 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper, divided
3 cups reduced-sodium chicken broth
1 small onion, chopped
2 teaspoons butter
1 cup uncooked orzo pasta
1 garlic clove, minced
2 tablespoons minced fresh parsley
1-1/2 teaspoons minced fresh sage
1/2 teaspoon minced fresh thyme
Shaved Parmesan cheese, optional

Steps:

  • Place squash in a greased 15x10x1-in. baking pan. Drizzle with oil; sprinkle with salt and 1/8 teaspoon pepper. Bake at 400° for 15-20 minutes or until tender, stirring occasionally., Meanwhile, in a small saucepan, heat broth and keep warm. In a large nonstick skillet, saute onion in butter until tender. Add orzo and garlic; cook and stir for 2-3 minutes. Carefully stir in 1 cup warm broth. Cook and stir until all of the liquid is absorbed., Add remaining broth, 1/2 cup at a time, stirring constantly. Allow the liquid to absorb between additions. Cook until risotto is creamy and orzo is almost tender. (Cooking time is about 20 minutes.) Add the herbs, cooked squash and remaining pepper; heat through. Garnish with cheese if desired; serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 230 calories, Fat 3g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 4mg cholesterol, Sodium 420mg sodium, Carbohydrate 44g carbohydrate (5g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 8g protein.

Khawaja Faizan
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This recipe was a bit too bland for my taste. I think I'll add more salt and pepper next time.


Van Francis
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I love the creamy texture of this risotto. It's the perfect comfort food.


Talicia Jackson
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This dish was a bit too rich for my taste. I think I would have preferred it with less butter and cream.


booboo Madala
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This recipe was easy to follow and the dish turned out great. I would definitely recommend it to others.


Zehad Khan
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I'm not sure what I did wrong, but my risotto turned out mushy. I think I cooked it for too long.


King_gabriel
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This dish was absolutely delicious! I will definitely be making it again and again.


Pabitra Tamang
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This recipe was a bit too spicy for my taste. I think I'll use less chili flakes next time.


SHB DAICON
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I made this dish for a dinner party and it was a huge hit! Everyone loved it.


ff samin
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This dish was a bit too time-consuming for me. I think I'll stick to my regular risotto recipe.


Ekpen Anthony
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I love the combination of butternut squash and orzo in this dish. It's a great fall recipe.


Markus Delorme
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This recipe was a great way to use up some leftover butternut squash. It was easy to make and tasted delicious.


Mike Conway
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The risotto was creamy and flavorful, but the butternut squash was a bit too sweet for me.


Dexlah Montana
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This dish was a bit too bland for my taste. I think it needed more seasoning.


Mobaidi Obaidi
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This recipe was easy to follow and the dish turned out great. I used vegetable broth instead of chicken broth and it was still delicious. I will definitely make this again.


Ruth Jepkorir
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I'm not usually a fan of orzo, but this dish changed my mind! The butternut squash and Parmesan cheese gave it so much flavor. I'll definitely be making this again.


tracy wright
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This butternut squash orzo risotto was a hit with my family! The creamy sauce was flavorful and the orzo cooked perfectly. I added some chopped walnuts for extra crunch and it was the perfect finishing touch.