Creamy Parmesan Orzo With Bacon

Total Time: 25 mins Preparation Time: 10 mins Cook Time: 15 mins

Ingredients

• Servings: 4
• 6 -8 ounces bacon, cut into 1-inch pieces
• 2 -3 tablespoons butter
• 1 onion, chopped
• 1 -2 tablespoon fresh minced garlic
• 1 lb orzo pasta
• 4 1/2 cups chicken broth
• 1/2 cup whipping cream
• 1 cup grated parmesan cheese
• 1 teaspoon dried thyme
• salt and black pepper

Recipe

• 1 cook the bacon in a large saucepan over medium heat until crisp; remove with a slotted spoon (you can drain the bacon fat or leave it).
• 2 melt 2-3 tablespoons butter, then add in onions and garlic; saute until soft (about 5 minutes).
• 3 add in the orzo and stir for about 2 minutes.
• 4 slowly add in the 4-1/2 cups broth; simmer uncovered until the orzo is firm-tender and the broth is absorbed, stirring occasionally (this should take about 7-8 minutes).
• 5 add in whipping cream and bring to a simmer.
• 6 mix in parmesan cheese and thyme, then cooked bacon.
• 7 season with salt and pepper.
• 8 *note* you can thin with additional broth if desired.