Savor this Savory One-Pot Tomato Orzo, a delightful dish that's ready in just 25 minutes! Serve as a rich side dish or let it shine as a vegetarian main course, pleasing the whole family.
In a large 3-4 quart pot, melt the butter over medium heat.
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Add minced garlic, and sauté until tender and fragrant.
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Add vegetable broth, milk, crushed fire roasted tomatoes, Italian seasoning blend, salt, and black pepper, then stir with a metal whisk to deglaze the garlic from the pan.
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Bring to a light boil and add the dry orzo pasta.
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Reduce heat to medium-low and simmer uncovered for 10 minutes, stirring occasionally with a whisk to prevent sticking.
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Check the pasta for al-dente texture. If you prefer it more tender, simmer for an additional 2-3 minutes.
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Once the pasta reaches your desired tenderness, remove the pot from heat. The sauce will thicken as it cools.
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Whisk in the room temperature cream cheese and parmesan cheese.
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Allow the dish to sit for 5 minutes to thicken.
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Taste the pasta and season further with salt, pepper, Italian seasoning, or red pepper flakes if desired. Garnish with fresh chopped basil and additional parmesan cheese before serving.