French Onion Orzo Bake: A Cozy, Indulgent Dinner Delight
This French Onion Orzo Bake combines rich flavors and comforting textures, perfect for a cozy dinner.
- Author: Souzan
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Bake
- Cuisine: French
- Diet: Vegetarian
- 1 cup orzo pasta
- 2 cups beef broth
- 1 large onion, thinly sliced
- 1 tablespoon butter
- 1 teaspoon thyme
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a skillet, melt the butter over medium heat, add onions, and cook until caramelized.
- In a pot, combine orzo and beef broth and bring to a boil.
- Once orzo is cooked, mix in caramelized onions, thyme, salt, and pepper.
- Transfer the mixture to a baking dish and top with mozzarella and Parmesan cheese.
- Bake in the oven for 20 minutes until bubbly and golden.
Notes
- For a vegetarian option, substitute vegetable broth and skip the beef.
- Feel free to add mushrooms for extra flavor.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 60g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 40mg
Keywords: French Onion Orzo Bake, cozy dinner, indulgent recipe