Orzo with Tomatoes, Basil, and Gorgonzola Recipe
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Orzo with Tomatoes, Basil, and Gorgonzola

By: ChicoGirl  
"A vegetarian friend of mine gave me this recipe, and it's always a hit! Makes a great side dish or light meal."

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Prep Time:
20 Min
Cook Time:
15 Min
Ready In:
35 Min

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Original Recipe Yield 4 servings
 

Ingredients

  • 1 1/2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 cup uncooked orzo pasta
  • 1 red onion, chopped
  • 1 clove garlic, minced
  • 1 1/4 cups vegetable broth
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  • 1 pint cherry tomatoes, halved
  • 12 leaves fresh basil, chopped
  • 1 clove garlic, minced
  • 1 1/2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 cup crumbled Gorgonzola cheese, or to taste

Directions

  1. Heat 1 1/2 tablespoons of olive oil in a saucepan over medium heat. Stir in the orzo pasta; cook and stir until the orzo has lightly browned, 3 to 4 minutes. Stir in the onion, and cook until the onion begins to soften, about 3 minutes. Add 1 clove of garlic; cook until fragrant, about 30 seconds. Pour in the vegetable broth, and bring to a boil over high heat. Reduce heat to medium-low, and cover; simmer until the orzo is tender yet still a little firm to the bite, 12 to 14 minutes.
  2. In a mixing bowl, combine cherry tomatoes, 1/2 of the fresh basil, garlic, and remaining olive oil.
  3. Spoon the cooked orzo into a serving bowl. Top with tomato mixture, and sprinkle with Gorgonzola and remaining basil.

Nutritional Information open nutritional information

Amount Per Serving  Calories: 460 | Total Fat: 23.3g | Cholesterol: 45mg

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The reviewer gave this recipe 4 stars. This recipe averages a 0 star rating.
Reviewed on Jul. 6, 2009 by naples34102 
Hubby's remark at the dinner table was that this "needed something" and I agree. It needed... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 0 star rating.
Reviewed on Apr. 14, 2009 by PEGLYF 
Made it as the recipe called for, except I couldn't find gorgonzolla cheese so used feta and... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 0 star rating.
Reviewed on Mar. 23, 2009 by SWEETJAM Supporting Member (Click to learn more about Supporting Membership)
This recipe was very good. I'm giving it 5 stars because of ease and taste and the... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 0 star rating.
Reviewed on Jun. 3, 2009 by griffinthecat 
Very tasty. I made a few modifications. I used mozzerella instead or gorgonzola and sage,... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 0 star rating.
Reviewed on Jun. 5, 2009 by Judy Kerr 
this is a winner. I always use Maytag blue cheese. The best part--this is a room temp dish, so... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 0 star rating.
Reviewed on Jun. 5, 2009 by Craig 
I have to say I followed the recipe to the T and LOVED it. It was a great crowd pleaser (only... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 2 stars. This recipe averages a 0 star rating.
Reviewed on Sep. 22, 2009 by dizzygrltoo 
I used Roma tomatoes and chicken broth due to availability. Other than that I made this as... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 4 stars. This recipe averages a 0 star rating.
Reviewed on Mar. 26, 2009 by Kathy Supporting Member (Click to learn more about Supporting Membership)
My husband and I thought there was too much gorgonzola, I'll try it again but I will cut the... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 0 star rating.
Reviewed on Mar. 17, 2009 by Cinda 
Great recipe! Very easy to follow. Both my husband and I loved it. It's also very healthy.... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 4 stars. This recipe averages a 0 star rating.
Reviewed on Oct. 19, 2009 by DLEEDS 
great recipe! I did not use the amt of Gorgonzola cheese, to much. I took the advice of others... MORE

 
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