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Cheddar Broccoli Orzo with Everything Bagel Spice Mix Breadcrumbs

This Cheddar Broccoli Orzo with Everything Bagel Spice Mix Breadcrumbs is a comforting hybrid between broccoli cheddar soup and cheesy macaroni.

Course Main Course
Cuisine Vegetarian

Ingredients

For the orzo:

  • 1 1/2 cups dried orzo
  • 2 cups chopped fresh broccoli florets
  • 1 Tbsp olive oil
  • 1 small white onion or medium shallot, diced small
  • 2 garlic cloves, minced
  • 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
  • 1 Tbsp unsalted butter
  • 1/4 cup whole milk
  • salt / pepper, to taste

For the toppings:

  • 1 Tbsp unsalted butter
  • 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
  • 3 Tbsp everything bagel seasoning

Instructions

For the orzo:

  1. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add orzo and cooking according to package directions (mine cooked for 8 minutes but your variety may be for a little more or less). When there is 5 minutes left, add the broccoli florets to simmer along with the orzo.

  2. Meanwhile, warm olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add chopped onions / shallots and sauté for 5-7 minutes or until translucent. Add garlic and sauté for another 30 seconds. Remove from heat and set aside.

  3. Drain the orzo and broccoli florets and transfer to the skillet with onions and garlic. Fold in the cheese, 1 Tbsp unsalted butter, and milk. Taste and season with salt and pepper. Transfer to a serving bowl and set aside.

For the topping:

  1. Whip clean the skillet you used for the orzo and heat 1 Tbsp butter in it over medium heat. Add the breadcrumbs and, tossing constantly, cook until the breadcrumbs are toasted and golden, about 2-3 minutes. Remove from heat and toss in the everything bagel seasoning. Sprinkle over the orzo and serve right away.