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Cheesy Baked Orzo with 10 Delicious Veggies for Comfort

Cheesy Baked Orzo with
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Cheesy Baked Orzo with Vegetables is a comforting, oven-baked dish that brings together tender orzo pasta, colorful vegetables, and plenty of melted cheese.

Ingredients

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  • 1 1/2 cups dry orzo pasta
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 small onion, finely chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 cup zucchini, diced
  • 1 cup bell peppers, diced
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
  • 2 cups vegetable broth
  • 1/2 cup milk
  • Salt and black pepper, to taste
  • 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
  • 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese
  • 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1 teaspoon dried Italian seasoning
  • Fresh parsley or basil, for garnish

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add onion and cook until softened, then add garlic and cook briefly until fragrant.
  2. Stir in zucchini, bell peppers, and cherry tomatoes. Cook for a few minutes until just beginning to soften.
  3. Stir in dry orzo, vegetable broth, milk, salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning. Bring to a gentle simmer.
  4. Transfer mixture to a greased baking dish. Stir in half of the mozzarella and cheddar, then sprinkle remaining cheese and Parmesan on top.
  5. Cover loosely with foil and bake until orzo is tender. Remove foil and bake until the top is golden and bubbly.
  6. Let rest briefly, garnish with fresh herbs, and serve warm.

Notes

  • This dish can be made ahead and stored in the refrigerator.
  • Leftovers can be reheated in the oven or microwave.
  • Feel free to customize the vegetables based on your preference.

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