Broccoli and Orzo Skillet

• servings: 4 servings
• active time: 5 minutes
• total time: 25 minutes

Ingredients

2 tablespoons butter

1 yellow onion, diced

2 cloves garlic, minced

1 cup orzo pasta (uncooked)

3 cups vegetable broth

4 cups chopped broccoli

⅓ cup milk

1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese

Directions

In a large skillet, melt the butter over medium heat.

Add the onion and cook over medium heat, stirring frequently, 4-5 minutes until the onion is softened.

Add the garlic and orzo and continue to cook for 1 minute

Add the broccoli and cook for 2-3 minutes.

Add the broth and simmer for 8-9 minutes, stirring occasionally, until orzo is tender

Remove from heat and stir in milk and cheese.

Nutrition

• Serving Size: 1 heaping cup
• Calories: 390
• Total Fat: 17 g
• Saturated Fat: 9.3 g
• Trans Fat: 0.3 g
• Cholesterol: 45.3 mg
• Sodium: 500.8 mg
• Total Carbohydrate: 44.4 g
• Dietary Fiber: 4.6 g
• Total Sugars: 6.9 g
• Protein: 15.5 g