Creamy Garlic Orzo
Ingredients
| 1 cup | orzo, uncooked |
| 4 tbsp | vegan butter |
| 1/2 | onion, diced |
| 4 cloves | garlic, minced |
| 2 tbsp | flour |
| 1 1/2 cup | oat milk |
| 2 tsp | salt |
| 1/2 tsp | pepper |
| 2 tbsp | lemon juice |
| 2 tbsp | basil |
| 1/2 cup | pasta water, optional |
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Steps
- Cook 1 cup orzo pasta according to the package instructions. Reserve about ½ cup pasta water before draining the pasta.
- In a large skillet over medium heat, melt 4 Tablespoons vegan butter. Add ½ diced onion and cook until translucent, about 3-5 minutes. Add 4 diced garlic pods and stir until fragrant.
- Next, whisk 2 Tablespoons flour into the pan to create a roux. Cook for about a minute.
- Slowly whisk 1 ½ cups oat milk into the skillet until all oat milk is added. Cook until thick. Add 2 teaspoons salt and ½ teaspoon pepper, stir to combine.
- Next stir in 2 Tablespoons lemon juice, 2 Tablespoons basil, and cooked pasta. Use any reserved pasta water to loosen up the sauce if needed. Serve and enjoy!