ORZO TIMBALES WITH FONTINA CHEESE

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Take mac and cheese to a new level using orzo pasta and fontina. With a pop of color from sweet red peppers, these timbales bake in ramekins for perfect individual servings.-Gilda Lester, Millsboro, Delaware

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 50m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 cup uncooked orzo pasta
1-1/2 cups shredded fontina cheese
1/2 cup finely chopped roasted sweet red peppers
1 can (2-1/4 ounces) sliced ripe olives, drained
2 large eggs
1-1/2 cups 2% milk
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon ground nutmeg
Minced fresh parsley, optional

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350°. Cook orzo according to package directions for al dente; drain. Transfer to a bowl. Stir in cheese, peppers and olives. Divide among six greased 10-oz. ramekins or custard cups. Place ramekins on a baking sheet. , In a small bowl, whisk eggs, milk, salt and nutmeg; pour over orzo mixture. Bake 30-35 minutes or until golden brown. Let stand 5 minutes before serving. If desired, run a knife around sides of ramekins and invert onto serving plates. If desired, sprinkle with parsley.

Nutrition Facts :

Muna Waiba
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This is one of my favorite recipes! It's so easy to make and it always turns out great. I love the combination of the orzo, fontina cheese, and sun-dried tomatoes. It's the perfect comfort food.


Lajpat rai Lajpat rai
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This was a delicious and easy recipe. I made it for my family and they all loved it. The orzo was cooked perfectly and the fontina cheese was melted and gooey. I will definitely be making this again.


Don Keller
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I was a little disappointed with this recipe. The orzo was a bit too soft for my taste and the fontina cheese didn't melt as well as I had hoped. I think I'll try a different recipe next time.


Milon Tirki
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This was a great recipe! The orzo was cooked perfectly and the fontina cheese was melted and gooey. I also loved the addition of the sun-dried tomatoes, which added a nice pop of flavor. I will definitely be making this again.


Rebecca Mbali
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I'm a big fan of orzo and this recipe did not disappoint. The fontina cheese and sun-dried tomatoes added a nice touch of flavor. I will definitely be making this again.


Nassali Violah
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This was a delicious and easy recipe. I made it for my family and they all loved it. The orzo was cooked perfectly and the fontina cheese was melted and gooey. I will definitely be making this again.


maggykinuthia
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I'm not a big fan of orzo, but I really enjoyed this recipe. The fontina cheese and sun-dried tomatoes really made the dish. I'll definitely be making this again.


Marner Person
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I made this for a dinner party and everyone loved it! It was so flavorful and cheesy. I will definitely be making this again.


Chantell Bezuidenhout
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This is one of my favorite recipes! It's so easy to make and it always turns out great. I love the combination of the orzo, fontina cheese, and sun-dried tomatoes. It's the perfect comfort food.


Francis
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I was a little disappointed with this recipe. The orzo was a bit too soft for my taste and the fontina cheese didn't melt as well as I had hoped. I think I'll try a different recipe next time.


KINGS GAMING
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This was a great recipe! I followed it exactly and it turned out perfectly. The orzo was cooked just right and the fontina cheese was melted and gooey. I will definitely be making this again.


Carmela Islas
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I've made this recipe several times and it's always a hit. The only thing I do differently is add a little bit of garlic to the sauce. It gives it a nice extra flavor.


Eyual S
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This orzo timbale recipe is a keeper! It's easy to follow and the results are delicious. The fontina cheese adds a creamy, nutty flavor that pairs perfectly with the orzo. I also love the addition of the sun-dried tomatoes, which add a nice pop of co