Creamy Mushroom Orzo (Easy Risotto-Style Recipe)

Ingredients

Instructions

1. Heat the olive oil in a large pan over medium heat. Add the finely chopped onion and cook until softened and lightly translucent.
2. Add the sliced mushrooms to the onion and continue cooking until they release their moisture, soften, and begin to develop a little color.
3. Add the orzo to the pan and stir for 1–2 minutes so the pasta is evenly coated with the oil and mushroom mixture.
4. Pour in the hot water and milk, then add the salt and black pepper. Stir well so the orzo is evenly distributed throughout the pan.
5. Cook over medium-low heat, stirring occasionally, until the orzo is tender and has absorbed most of the liquid while still remaining creamy.
6. Reduce the heat and stir in the butter and grated cheese until completely melted and incorporated into the orzo.
7. Add the chopped fresh parsley and gently stir it through the creamy mushroom orzo.
8. Remove the pan from the heat and serve immediately while the orzo is creamy and the cheese is still melted.