Caramelized Onion and Blue Cheese Orzo

Caramelized Onion and Blue Cheese Orzo
  • PREP TIME
    10 mins
  • COOK TIME
    35 mins
  • TOTAL TIME
    45 mins
  • SERVING
    4 People
  • VIEWS
    223

Indulge in the creamy decadence of caramelized onions paired with the tangy bite of blue cheese, all embraced by tender orzo pasta. This dish is a symphony of flavors and textures, perfect as a comforting main course or an elegant side.

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Nutrition

  • Carbohydrate
    97 g
  • Cholesterol
    81 mg
  • Fiber
    6 g
  • Protein
    29 g
  • Saturated Fat
    20 g
  • Sodium
    718 mg
  • Sugar
    10 g
  • Fat
    42 g
  • Unsaturated Fat
    0 g

DIRECTIONS

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01 Step

Recipe View Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a rolling boil. Add the orzo pasta and cook according to package directions, usually 8 to 10 minutes, or until al dente. Drain well, reserving about 1/2 cup of the pasta water. (10 minutes)

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02 Step

Recipe View While the pasta is cooking, melt the butter and olive oil together in a large skillet over low heat. Add the sliced onions and cook slowly, stirring occasionally, until they are deeply golden brown and caramelized. This will take 20 to 30 minutes. Remove the caramelized onions from the skillet with a slotted spoon and set aside to drain on paper towels. (30 minutes)

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03 Step

Recipe View In a large bowl, combine the crumbled blue cheese, mascarpone cheese, and caramelized onions. Mix gently until well combined.

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04 Step

Recipe View Add the drained orzo pasta and chopped spinach to the cheese mixture. Toss gently to combine, adding a tablespoon or two of the reserved pasta water at a time if needed to create a creamy consistency. Season with salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste.

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05 Step

Recipe View Serve immediately. Garnish with additional crumbled blue cheese or a drizzle of olive oil, if desired.

For a richer flavor, use a high-quality, aged blue cheese.
If you don't have mascarpone cheese, you can substitute cream cheese or ricotta cheese.
To add a touch of sweetness, consider adding a teaspoon of balsamic vinegar to the caramelized onions during the last few minutes of cooking.
This dish can be prepared ahead of time and reheated gently over low heat, adding a splash of milk or cream if needed to restore the creamy consistency.

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RECIPE REVIEWS

Avarage Rating: 4.3/ 5 ( 74 Ratings)
Total Reviews: (6)
  • Billy Wehner

    I added some grilled chicken for a complete meal.

  • Ramona Bins

    I used a different type of blue cheese, and it still turned out great!

  • Bianka Mohr

    Absolutely divine! The caramelized onions are key to the flavor.

  • Markus Stoltenbergbogan

    So easy to make and a real crowd-pleaser.

  • Kaley Howell

    My family loved this recipe! I'll definitely be making it again.

  • Ronaldo Wilderman

    The blue cheese and mascarpone are a match made in heaven!

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