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French Onion Orzo Bake: A Creamy, Comforting Twist You’ll Love

French Onion Orzo Bake
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A delicious and creamy twist on traditional French onion soup, this French Onion Orzo Bake is a comforting dish perfect for any occasion.

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup orzo pasta
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 large onion, sliced
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 4 cups beef broth
  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1 cup shredded Gruyère cheese

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. In a large pot, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add onions and sauté until caramelized.
  3. Add garlic and cook for another minute.
  4. Stir in orzo, beef broth, thyme, salt, and pepper. Bring to a boil.
  5. Reduce heat and simmer for 10 minutes until orzo is al dente.
  6. Stir in heavy cream and half of the Gruyère cheese.
  7. Transfer to a baking dish and top with remaining cheese.
  8. Bake for 20-25 minutes until golden and bubbly.

Notes

  • For a vegetarian option, use vegetable broth instead of beef broth.
  • Top with fresh herbs for added flavor.

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Keywords: French Onion Orzo Bake, creamy pasta, comfort food

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