Creamy Smoky Garlic Butter Cheddar Sausage Orzo
A heartwarming creamy orzo dish featuring sausage, garlic, and cheddar cheese, perfect for a quick weeknight meal.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Non-Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound of sausage (Italian or your favorite type)
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 1 cup orzo pasta
- 1 cup cheddar cheese, grated
- Salt to taste
- Pepper to taste
Instructions
- Sautéing the sausage pieces in a large skillet over medium heat until browned.
- Stir in the minced garlic and butter, cooking until fragrant.
- Add the orzo pasta along with water or broth according to package instructions, cooking until tender.
- Stir in the grated cheddar cheese until melted and creamy.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Serve warm, enjoying the comforting aroma.
Notes
Great with a fresh side salad or roasted vegetables. Pairs well with white wine.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 900mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 18g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 80mg