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Orzo Mac and Cheese

Orzo Mac and Cheese

This Orzo Mac and Cheese is an easy and fun way to make when you want a side dish that is packed with delicious flavor. Quick and easy and takes less than 30 minutes to make. It is also very adaptable and delicious. Orzo mac and cheese is the best side dish because it can be adapted to make any meal special. You can add seafood, fresh herbs or any other leftovers that you may have on hand to make a complete meal.

Author: It is a Keeper

Meal Type: Peanuts Free

Cuisine: American

Difficulty: EASY

Prep. Time: 5 minutes

Cook Time: 20 minutes

Total Time: 25 minutes

Servings: 4 Servings

Calories: 284 kcal per serving

Ingredients

  • 1 cup - Orzo
  • 1 tbsp - Butter
  • 1 ¾ cups - Chicken broth
  • 1 tsp - Salt
  • ½ tsp - pepper
  • 4 ounces - Velveeta
  • ⅛ tsp - Salt
  • ⅛ tsp - Pepper

Instructions

  1. In a small saucepan combine the orzo and butter. Melt the butter and stir regularly, lightly toasting the orzo.
  2. Pour in the broth. Heat over low heat, stirring regularly, until all of the liquid is absorbed.
  3. Stir in the cheese until melted.
  4. Season with salt and pepper.

Nutrition

Energy: 284 kcal | Total Fat: 10 g | Saturated: 6 g | Trans: 0 g | Unsaturated: 0 g | Cholesterol: 32 mg | Total Carbs: 37 g | Fiber: 1 g | Sugars: 4 g | Proteins: 11 g | Sodium: 1,378 mg | Polyunsaturated: 0 g | Monounsaturated: 1 g

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