Creamy Tomato Orzo

creamy tomato orzo recipe ⬇️

ingredients:
- 1 cup orzo
- 2 tbsp butter
- 1 minced garlic clove
- 1/2 of an onion, diced
- 3/4 cup chicken broth (or water)
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup strained tomatoes
- 1/4 cup parmesan
- crushed red pepper flakes

instructions:
- heat olive oil & butter in a pan on medium heat and add onions
- sauté for a few minutes and then add garlic
- add tomato purée (or 1-2 cups cherry tomatoes), salt & pepper
- add orzo and stir for a minute
- pour broth (or water) and let it simmer and cook, adding extra liquid if needed
- add heavy cream once the pasta is almost cooked and lower the heat, stirring often for 5 minutes
- add parmesan cheese and continue mixing
- serve with extra cheese and red pepper flakes. enjoy!