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Baked Orzo Recipe

A comforting baked orzo with tomato sauce and melted cheeses, ready in under an hour.
Prep Time10 minutes
Cook Time20 minutes
Total Time35 minutes
Servings: 4 servings

Ingredients

  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 small onion diced
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 cup orzo pasta
  • 2 cups vegetable broth
  • 1 cup tomato sauce canned is fine
  • 1 cup mozzarella cheese shredded
  • 1/2 cup Parmesan cheese grated
  • 1 teaspoon dried basil
  • salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  • Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
  • Heat the olive oil in a skillet over medium heat.
  • Add the diced onion and minced garlic to the skillet and sauté until softened, about 4–5 minutes.
  • Add the orzo to the skillet and cook, stirring, for about 2 minutes to toast slightly.
  • Pour in the vegetable broth and tomato sauce, stir to combine, and bring the mixture to a simmer.
  • Transfer the orzo mixture to a casserole dish and spread it into an even layer.
  • Sprinkle the shredded mozzarella and grated Parmesan evenly over the top, then season with dried basil, salt, and pepper.
  • Bake in the preheated oven for 20 minutes, or until the orzo is tender and the cheese is bubbly and golden.
  • Let rest a few minutes before serving.

Equipment

  • Skillet
  • Measuring Cups and Spoons
  • Casserole Dish

Notes

  • Use canned tomato sauce for convenience.
  • Adjust salt and pepper to taste.
  • Shred fresh mozzarella for best melting.