Ingredients for Baked Orzo With Peppers And Cheese
- 1 red bell pepper, chopped
- 1/2 green bell pepper, chopped
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- 1 tablespoon butter, plus more for greasing the dish
- 1 cup orzo pasta
- 1 1/2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/4 cup plus 1 tablespoon grated Parmesan cheese
- 3 cups boiling salted water
- 1/4 cup chopped jalapeños (or other chilies, to taste)
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How to Make Baked Orzo With Peppers And Cheese
- Preheat oven to 450°F (232°C).
- Cook 1 cup orzo in 3 cups boiling salted water for 10-12 minutes, or until al dente. Drain well.
- In a large bowl, combine the cooked orzo, 1 red bell pepper (chopped), 1/2 green bell pepper (chopped), 1/4 cup chopped jalapeños (or other chilies, to taste), 1 1/2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese, and 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese.
- Grease a medium-sized (approximately 8x8 inch) casserole dish with butter.
- Pour the orzo mixture into the prepared casserole dish and spread evenly.
- In a small bowl, mix 1/2 cup sour cream with 1 tablespoon of grated Parmesan cheese. Spread evenly over the orzo mixture.
- Dot the top with 1 tablespoon of butter.
- Bake for 15-20 minutes, or until golden brown and bubbly.
Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)
Sodium
14 g
Sugar
3g
Fat
42g
Carbs
6g
