Cheesy Garlic Butter Sausage Orzo with a Smoky Flavor
A comforting dish combining orzo, sausage, and cheddar in a creamy, flavorful sauce perfect for weeknight dinners.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Carnivore
Ingredients
- Sausage pieces
- Garlic
- Butter
- Orzo pasta
- Cheddar cheese
Instructions
- Sauté the sausage pieces until they’re beautifully browned.
- Stir in minced garlic and add a generous pat of butter.
- Add the orzo pasta to the pan and stir well.
- Fold in the cheddar cheese and stir until it melts into a smooth sauce.
- Scoop out your savory creation, serve warm, and enjoy.
Notes
For a smoky flavor, opt for smoked sausage. Add extra veggies for more nutrition.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 48g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 60mg