Creamy Tomato Orzo Bake
Indulge in the rich and comforting flavors of this creamy tomato orzo bake. This dish brings together tender orzo pasta, tangy tomato sauce, and velvety heavy cream. It's a perfect blend of creamy and tangy, with a hint of Italian-inspired spices that will leave you craving for more.
ingredients
- 1 cup orzo pasta
- 1½ cups tomato sauce
- ½ cup heavy cream
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 teaspoon dried basil
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon onion powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh basil leaves for garnish
steps
- 1.
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- 2.
Cook the orzo pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- 3.
In a saucepan, heat the tomato sauce over medium heat. Stir in the heavy cream until well combined.
- 4.
Add the dried basil, dried oregano, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper. Stir well and let the sauce simmer for 5 minutes.
- 5.
In a baking dish, combine the cooked orzo pasta and tomato cream sauce. Mix until all the pasta is coated.
- 6.
Sprinkle the grated Parmesan cheese evenly over the top.
- 7.
Bake for 20 minutes, or until the cheese is golden and bubbly.
- 8.
Garnish with fresh basil leaves before serving.