I was planning to make the Garlic Brown Sugar Chicken tonight -- I wanted something quick and easy since I wasn't really in the mood to cook, but knew we shouldn't do take out. Mother Hubbard's cupboard was pretty bare for a side -- no rice and no potatoes. I went over to Pinterest and one of my friends had pinned this recipe, and thankfully, I actually had all of the ingredients. It gave me the starchy side I was craving, but also added broccoli, which I love. I'm going to have to make it again this week for Catherine because she is going to LOVE IT!
- 1 cup orzo
- 1½ cups chopped broccoli florets
- ½ cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 2 Tbsp. grated parmesan cheese
- 1 Tbsp. butter
- ¼ - ½ cup milk
- Salt
- Pepper
DIRECTIONS
- Add orzo to a large pot of salted boiling water.
- Cook for 5 minutes then add chopped broccoli and cook for 4 more minutes, or until orzo is tender.
- Drain well (broccoli florets are notorious for holding onto water) then return to the pot.
- Add cheeses, butter, and ¼ cup milk then stir well; add more milk if needed.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste.
Adapted from Iowa Girl Eats blog
