FALL VEGETABLE AND ORZO CASSEROLE

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Seasonal vegetables and healthy orzo take center stage in this family-friendly casserole dish.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Main Dish Recipes     Casserole Recipes

Yield Serves 6

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 cup panko breadcrumbs
1 tablespoon chopped fresh flat-leaf parsley
10 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
1 pound orzo pasta
1 small butternut squash, peeled and cut into 1/2-inch wedges
2 small bulbs fennel, trimmed and cut into 1/2-inch pieces
1 small red onion, julienned
5 large tomatoes, peeled, seeded, and chopped into 1-inch pieces
2 cloves garlic, chopped
2 tablespoons chopped fresh sage
Coarse salt and freshly ground pepper

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 400 degrees.
  • In a medium bowl, mix together panko, 2 tablespoons olive oil, and parsley; season with salt and pepper. Set aside.
  • Divide butternut squash between two baking sheets, spreading in an even layer. Drizzle each baking sheet with 2 tablespoons olive oil; season with salt and pepper. Transfer to oven and roast until tender, 12 to 15 minutes. Transfer to a large bowl.
  • Meanwhile, bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add orzo and cook for 5 minutes; drain and transfer to bowl with squash.
  • Heat 2 tablespoons olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add fennel and cook, stirring occasionally, until soft and translucent, about 5 minutes. Transfer fennel to bowl with squash and orzo.
  • Return skillet to medium heat and add onions. Cook, stirring occasionally, until soft and caramelized, 8 to 10 minutes. Stir in tomatoes, garlic, and 1 cup water; let simmer until tomatoes begin to soften, 5 to 8 minutes. Transfer onion mixture to bowl with orzo, squash, and fennel. Fold in sage and season with salt and pepper.
  • Transfer orzo mixture to a 3-quart baking dish; cover with parchment paper-lined aluminum foil. Transfer to oven and bake for 15 minutes; uncover and sprinkle top with panko mixture. Return baking dish to oven and bake, uncovered, until panko is toasted, about 10 minutes more. Drizzle with remaining 2 tablespoons olive oil and serve.

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Overall, I thought this casserole was just okay. I probably won't make it again.


T Rose
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This recipe was a little too complicated for me. I prefer simpler dishes.


sophie brousseaulutz
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I found that this casserole was a little bland. I added some extra salt and pepper to taste.


Wilson Patience
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The vegetables in this casserole were a little too roasted for my taste.


Fazal Ahmad
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I'm not a fan of the orzo in this dish. I think it would be better with rice.


Love Poetry
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This casserole is even better the next day!


liepa jakubauskyte
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I added some chopped nuts to the casserole for a little extra crunch.


Elia Masindi
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I used a different type of cheese than the recipe called for and it turned out great!


Nakiwala Allen
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I made this casserole for a vegetarian friend and she loved it! It's a great meatless option.


Champ 46
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This dish is perfect for a weeknight meal. It's quick and easy to make, and it's healthy too.


maleesha maleesha
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I'm not a big fan of vegetables, but this casserole was delicious! The orzo and cheese really balance out the flavors.


REHAN M REHAN
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This is my new favorite fall recipe. It's so easy to make and it's always a crowd-pleaser.


THIRD EYE (CREATOR ANGEL)
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I made this dish for a potluck and it was a huge success. Everyone loved it!


Jada Kingdom
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This casserole was a hit with my family! The vegetables were perfectly roasted and the orzo was cooked just right. The flavors all came together beautifully.