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Description
This Creamy One Pot Delicata Squash Orzo recipe is a quick and easy meal perfect for fall. Enjoy the comforting flavors of delicata squash and creamy orzo pasta in one pot.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 medium delicata squash, seeded and cubed
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup orzo pasta
- 4 cups vegetable broth
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh sage leaves for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Toss the cubed delicata squash with olive oil, salt, and pepper. Roast for 20-25 minutes, or until tender and slightly caramelized.
- While the squash is roasting, sauté the chopped onion and minced garlic in a large pot or Dutch oven over medium heat until softened.
- Add the orzo pasta to the pot and toast for 1-2 minutes.
- Pour in the vegetable broth and bring to a boil. Reduce heat, cover, and simmer for 10-12 minutes, or until the orzo is cooked and the broth is absorbed.
- Stir in the roasted delicata squash, heavy cream, and Parmesan cheese. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Garnish with fresh sage leaves (optional) and serve immediately.
Notes
- For a vegan option, substitute the heavy cream with cashew cream and omit the Parmesan cheese.
- Add other vegetables like spinach or kale for extra nutrients.
- Adjust the amount of vegetable broth depending on the desired consistency.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Pasta
- Method: One Pot
- Cuisine: Italian-inspired
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 40mg