I have written quite a few variant recipes for different ideas to cooking orzo but this Orzo with Mushrooms, Scallions and Parmesan recipe is definitely my first choice. I love it as a portion on it’s own or paired with a perfectly cooked piece of Norwegian salmon with some string beans, the balance of nutrients as well as flavor palate is everything I look for in my weekly dinners.
To make Orzo with Mushrooms, Scallions and Parmesan, you will need the following ingredients:
In a medium saucepan, bring 2 cups of chicken stock to a boil and add ¾ cup of orzo. Cook according to package instructions until al dente.
In a large skillet over medium-high heat, heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil and add 8 ounces of washed and quartered mushrooms. Sauté, while tossing, until slightly cooked.
Add 1½ teaspoons of dried marjoram and 1 bunch of diced scallions and continue cooking and stirring for about 1 minute.
Once cooked, drain orzo and reserve the remaining chicken stock from the cooking process.
Return the cooked orzo to the skillet with the mushroom mixture along with ¼ - ⅓ cup of the reserved cooking liquid. Simmer, over medium-high heat until sauce has thickened and reduced. Remove from heat.
Season with salt and sprinkle ½ cup of grated Parmesan cheese over.
Toss and serve!
This warm and tasty Orzo with Mushrooms, Scallions and Parmesan is a top choice among most of my readers and I’d love to know if you agree. Pair yours with a good white wine and snap an “instagram-able” pic. Tag us with the #cookmerecipes hashtag!
Delicious! I made this orzo dish for our anniversary dinner, and my husband couldn't stop raving about it. The mushrooms and scallions added a great flavor balance, topped with parmesan, it was a hit! Can't wait to make it again.
Delicious, easy, perfect
Yum! Easy peasy!
Exceptional! This orzo dish is my family's new favorite. I served it alongside grilled salmon and green beans, and it was a hit with everyone. Simple yet delicious—perfect for our weekly dinners!
Superb
Delicioso! My husband loved it, perfect for our rustic dinner nights!
Exquisite! I made this orzo for a dinner party and everyone asked for the recipe. The mushrooms and parmesan were a perfect match.
Superb! This Orzo with Mushrooms, Scallions and Parmesan is so easy to make. I served it alongside salmon for my friends, and we all loved it! The flavors are amazing, and it felt incredible to share such a delightful dish. Thank you for this recipe!
