Earthy Mushroom and Truffle Oil Orzo with Toasted Pine Nuts and a Touch of Cream

This earthy mushroom and truffle oil orzo is a quick and easy weeknight dinner that is sure to impress your family and friends. The combination of mushrooms, truffle oil, and pine nuts creates a rich and flavorful dish that is perfect for any occasion.

I first came up with this recipe when I was looking for a way to use up some leftover mushrooms. I had been wanting to try truffle oil for a while, and I thought it would be the perfect way to add some extra flavor to the mushrooms. I also added some pine nuts for a little bit of crunch and texture. The result was a dish that was so delicious that I have been making it ever since.

Prep time: 15 | Cook time: 20 | Serves: 4

Ingredients

• Orzo pasta
• Mushrooms
• Truffle oil
• Pine nuts
• Heavy cream
• Parmesan cheese
• Fresh parsley
• Garlic

Instructions

1. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil.
2. Cook the orzo according to the package directions.
3. While the orzo is cooking, heat the truffle oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
4. Add the mushrooms and cook until they are browned.
5. Add the garlic and cook for 1 minute more.
6. Stir in the heavy cream and Parmesan cheese.
7. Bring the sauce to a simmer and cook for 5 minutes.
8. Drain the orzo and add it to the skillet.
9. Toss to coat and cook for 2 minutes more.
10. Garnish with parsley and pine nuts.

Why It Works

• The combination of mushrooms, truffle oil, and pine nuts creates a rich and flavorful dish that is perfect for any occasion.
• The orzo is cooked in a mixture of water and vegetable broth, which gives it a slightly more flavorful than if it were cooked in plain water.
• The truffle oil adds a touch of luxury to the dish, and the pine nuts add a bit of crunch and texture.
• The dish is finished with a touch of cream, which makes it creamy and rich.