Cheesy Broccoli Orzo

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Dish

The Medium Deep Dish

Ingredients

  • ½ tablespoon olive oil
  • ½ cup (90g) orzo pasta
  • ½ cup (30g) roughly chopped mushrooms
  • cups (95g) broccoli florets, frozen or fresh and roughly chopped
  • ½ cup (120ml) chicken or vegetable stock
  • ¼ teaspoon garlic or onion powder
  • ¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper
  • ¼ teaspoon lemon zest
  • salt, to taste
  • black pepper, to taste
  • ½ cup (120ml) heavy cream, or coconut milk
  • ½ cup (45g) shredded cheese, such as cheddar or Monterey

Preparation

  1. Add all the ingredients in the Anyday, except the cream and cheese, and stir to combine. Cover with lid (knob lifted).
  2. Cook at Power Level 7

    Certain foods cook best in the microwave at lower power levels. 

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    Different microwaves have different settings. See your microwave manual (or look it up online) to learn how to change your microwave’s power level.

    For many microwaves: enter the cook time, press the “Power” (or “Power Level”) button, and select a number between 1-10. Other microwaves may require selecting the Power Level first, and then entering the cook time.

    Microwaves list power levels in different ways. Here’s a guide to help you adjust:

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    PL 2 = 20% = Low

    PL 1 = 10% = Low

    You will know if the power level has been successfully changed if you hear periodic changes in the microwave’s tone after it begins cooking.

    for 13-14 minutes, or until the orzo is cooked through.
  3. Add the cream and cheese, cook for 1-2 minutes, then stir until the cheese is melted and the pasta is creamy.

Suggestions

  • Add approximately 1/4 cup of shredded cooked chicken per serving for a heartier meal.
  • Try it with smoked gouda for extra deliciousness.
  • If orzo is not available, try it with any other small pasta such as ditalini.

Recipe Notes

  • This recipe can be made up to 4 days in advance. Keep it refrigerated with the lid on and knob in close position, then reheat as needed.
  • If the water overflows, you can switch to a Large Deep or Extra Large, or reduce to Power Level 8 and then continue cooking.
  • Microwave ovens vary, even with the same wattages. Adjust cooking times as needed.

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