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Brown Butter Orzo with Sage


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  • Author: Chef John
  • Total Time: 25 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

A delicious and simple recipe for brown butter orzo pasta with crispy sage leaves and Parmesan cheese.


Ingredients

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  • 1 cup orzo pasta
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter
  • 1/4 cup fresh sage leaves
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese

Instructions

  1. Cook the orzo in salted boiling water according to package instructions until al dente (about 8-10 minutes). Drain and set aside.
  2. In a large skillet over medium heat, melt the butter. Add sage leaves and sauté until crispy (3-4 minutes).
  3. Add minced garlic and sauté until fragrant (about 1 minute).
  4. Combine cooked orzo with the brown butter mixture, tossing gently to coat.
  5. Remove from heat and stir in Parmesan until melted.
  6. Serve immediately, garnished with extra crispy sage if desired.

Notes

  • For extra flavor, consider adding a pinch of red pepper flakes.
  • This dish can be served as a main course or a side dish.
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Category: Pasta
  • Method: Sauté
  • Cuisine: Italian

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 cup
  • Calories: 450
  • Sugar: 1g
  • Sodium: 300mg
  • Fat: 30g
  • Saturated Fat: 18g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 9g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 40g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 10g
  • Cholesterol: 60mg