ORZO CARBONARA
In this recipe, Orzo pasta is treated somewhat like a Risotto, only easier! Made with bacon, cream, and parmesan, it is similar to the spaghetti dish. I also like this with peas added, for a one dish meal with salad and bread.
Provided by BlueRidgeMama
Categories European
Time 25m
Yield 6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Cook bacon in large saucepan over medium heat until crisp. Transfer to paper towels using slotted spoon and drain.
- Pour off all but 1 T. drippings from pan.
- Add butter and ccok until butter begins to brown slightly. Mix in orzo and stir for 30 seconds or so.
- Add 4 1/2 cups of the broth and simmer , uncovered, until orzo is tender, but still firm to the bite and broth is absorbed, stirring often, about 8 minutes.
- Add cream and bring to low simmer.
- Stir in cheese and thyme and them bacon. Season with salt and pepper to taste and thin with additional broth, if desired.
- Serve immediately.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 618.1, Fat 31.1, SaturatedFat 14.7, Cholesterol 71.3, Sodium 589.6, Carbohydrate 60.6, Fiber 2.5, Sugar 1.8, Protein 24.1
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Jackson
[email protected]This recipe was a bit too rich for my taste. I think I would use less cream next time.
Keratilwe Dorah
[email protected]I'm not a huge fan of carbonara, but I thought this recipe was pretty good. The sauce was creamy and the pancetta added a nice salty flavor.
Abdulmalik Hafiz
[email protected]I would give this recipe a solid 7 out of 10. It's a good basic carbonara recipe, but it could be improved with a few tweaks.
EW'R_SIMUL_6
[email protected]Overall, I thought this recipe was pretty good. It was easy to make and the flavor was decent. I would probably make it again with a few modifications.
Diggay
[email protected]This recipe is a great starting point, but I think it needs some tweaking. I would add more garlic and Parmesan cheese.
Its Mê
[email protected]I'm not sure what went wrong, but my dish turned out really dry. I think I might have overcooked the pasta.
Lily Playz
[email protected]I found this recipe to be too complicated. There were too many ingredients and steps involved.
Michelle Blackmore
[email protected]I was a bit disappointed with this recipe. The sauce was too thin and the flavor was bland.
gg yu
[email protected]This recipe is a keeper. It's quick, easy, and delicious. I'll definitely be making it again.
Teguh Santoso
[email protected]I added some chopped spinach to the recipe and it was delicious. It made the dish even more nutritious.
pamela mumba
[email protected]I followed the recipe exactly and it turned out great. The sauce was creamy and rich, and the pasta was cooked perfectly.
tx sumon
[email protected]This dish was super easy to make and it tasted delicious. My whole family loved it.
Brendon Jansen
[email protected]I'm not usually a fan of orzo, but this recipe changed my mind. The combination of the creamy sauce, crispy pancetta, and Parmesan cheese is just perfect.
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[email protected]Wow! This orzo carbonara is a game changer! It's so creamy and flavorful, and the pancetta adds a nice salty touch. I've made it twice already and it's quickly become a favorite.