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Truffle orzo in a bowl with micro herbs as garnish.

Truffled Orzo Pasta

Jack Slobodian
This truffled orzo pasta creates a rich and creamy dish with restaurant-quality flavors and minimal effort in just 25 minutes. This meal works well for truffle lovers who want a quick, affordable and impressive dinner.
5 from 5 votes
Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Course Appetizer, Main Course
Cuisine Italian
Servings 2
Calories 664 kcal

Equipment

Ingredients
 
 

Pasta Base:

  • cup orzo
  • 2 tsp butter
  • ½ shallot very finely diced
  • ½ clove garlic minced
  • ¼ cup dry white wine
  • ¼ cup chicken stock
  • ¾ cup heavy cream (35%-40% fat)
  • ½ cup parmesan freshly grated
  • 1 tsp white truffle oil or to taste
  • salt to taste

Garnish (Optional):

  • parsley breadcrumb persillade
  • fresh truffle finely sliced

Instructions
 

  • Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the orzo and cook until 2 minutes less than package instructions, so it is quite al dente. Drain, rinse under cold water, and set aside.
  • In the same pot, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the shallot and cook for 3–4 minutes, until softened.
  • Add the garlic and cook for about 1 minute, until fragrant.
  • Pour in the white wine and cook until nearly evaporated.
  • Add the chicken stock, heavy cream, and truffle oil. Bring to a simmer and cook for 4–5 minutes, until slightly thickened.
  • Add the orzo and cook for 2–3 minutes, stirring regularly, until al dente.
  • Stir in the Parmesan and cook over low heat, stirring, until the sauce reaches your desired consistency.
  • Taste and adjust with salt and more truffle oil if needed.
  • Serve immediately, with parsley persillade and shaved truffle if using.

Notes

Texture Adjustment: If the sauce thickens too much, stir in a splash of warm vegetable stock.
Garnish Idea: For a layer of crunch, sprinkle panko crumbs over the pasta.

Nutrition

Calories: 664kcalCarbohydrates: 44gProtein: 19gFat: 44gSaturated Fat: 27gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 11gTrans Fat: 0.2gCholesterol: 130mgSodium: 505mgPotassium: 297mgFiber: 2gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 1633IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 374mgIron: 1mg
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