Creamy Orzo Alfredo

Savor the simplicity of creamy, delicious Orzo Alfredo in this comforting side dish. Tender-crisp sweet peas are the perfect addition to rich, creamy Alfredo sauce enveloping perfectly cooked orzo.

Step 1

Gather Your Ingredients

Step 2

Cook orzo according to package directions and thaw and drain peas.

Step 3

Combine butter and heavy whipping cream in a large sauce pan. Heat, stirring occassionally, until butter has melted but do not boil.

Step 4

Add Parmesan cheese, minced garlic, salt, black pepper, and nutmeg to heated cream and butter. Stir gently and cook over medium-low heat until cheese is melted.

Step 5

When sauce is heated through and Parmesan cheese is melted, add cooked orzo and peas and mix gently.

Step 6

Heat over medium-low heat until everything is warmed through. Serve garnished with Parmesan cheese and/or parsley if desired.

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