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Creamy tomato orzo pasta

Creamy tomato orzo pasta

By Chloe Dao
15’ Prep time
25’ Cook time
40’ Total time
366 Calories
4 Serving

Summary

This creamy orzo pasta is one of those cozy recipes you’ll return to when you’re craving an easy, creamy pasta dish that’ll be ready in under an hour. the true beauty of this recipe is that we blend cottage cheese with garlicky sautéed tomatoes to make a creamy sauce that is out-of-this-world-delicious.
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Step by Step

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Step 1

Heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. When the oil becomes fragrant, add the onion and cook for 2-3 minutes, the onions should be translucent.
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Step 2

Add the paprika, 1.5 teaspoons of the salt, and pepper. Stir to combine.
Step 3
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Step 3

Add the garlic and tomatoes and cook for another 2-3 minutes.
Step 4
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Step 4

Transfer the tomato mixture to a blender. Add the cottage cheese and blend on high speed for 2-3 minutes. The sauce should be light and the cheese should be completely blended. Set aside.
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Step 5

Next, add the remaining olive oil to the skillet. When the oil becomes fragrant add the tomato paste and cook for 1 minute.
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Step 6

Add the orzo to the pan to toast for about 2 minutes.
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Step 7

Add the zucchini, remaining salt, and chicken broth to the skillet. Stir and bring to a boil. Place the lid on the top and reduce the heat to a simmer. Cook for 10-12 minutes. The orzo should be fully cooked and soft.
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Step 8

Remove from the heat. Transfer the cottage cheese sauce to the pan and stir to combine. Allow to sit for 5 minutes before serving.
Step 9
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Step 9

To serve add fresh basil and crushed red pepper flakes.

Tips and Warnings

  • Make this dish vegetarian by using vegetable broth
  • Rosemary or thyme could be used in this recipe in place or in addition to the basil.
  • When you blend in step #3 be sure you blend the sauce until it is light and almost frothy.
  • That will ensure that it doesn’t curdle.

Ingredient

  • Tomato paste
    Tomato paste
    14.79 ml
  • Chicken broth
    Chicken broth
    3548.82 ml
  • Olive oil
    Olive oil
    44.36 ml
  • Paprika
    Paprika
    2.46 ml
  • White onion
    White onion
    0.25
  • Cherry tomatoes
    Cherry tomatoes
    473.18 ml
  • Medium zucchini
    Medium zucchini
    1
  • Ground black pepper
    Ground black pepper
    2.46 ml
  • Kosher salt
    Kosher salt
    9.86 ml
  • Orzo pasta
    Orzo pasta
    29573.53 ml
  • 2% or whole fat cottage cheese
    2% or whole fat cottage cheese
    236.59 ml
  • Garlic
    Garlic
    5 pcs
  • Optional red pepper flakes
    Optional red pepper flakes
    1
  • Thinly sliced fresh basil
    Thinly sliced fresh basil
    59.15 ml

Nutrition Facts

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