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Creamy Boursin Baked Orzo

A creamy, tomato-forward baked orzo made with garlic-herb Boursin for an easy, comforting weeknight casserole.
Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 8 servings

Ingredients
  

  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 8 ounces grape tomatoes
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 package garlic herb Boursin cheese 5.2 ounces
  • 1 pound orzo uncooked
  • 3 cups chicken broth or vegetable broth
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 cup basil chopped, fresh

Equipment

  • 9x13 inch Baking Dish
  • Measuring cups and spoons
  • Wooden spoon or spatula
  • Knife
  • Cutting Board

Method
 

  1. Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. Place the grape tomatoes and minced garlic in a large 9×13-inch baking dish. Drizzle with the olive oil and toss to coat.
  3. Set the package of garlic-herb Boursin in the center of the dish and bake for 10 minutes, until the cheese softens and the tomatoes start to blister.
  4. Remove the dish from the oven and add the uncooked orzo, chicken (or vegetable) broth, heavy cream, and salt. Stir vigorously to break up the softened Boursin and crush some of the tomatoes, combining everything evenly.
  5. Return the dish to the oven and bake for 30 minutes. After 30 minutes, remove and stir; if the orzo is not fully tender, bake up to 10 more minutes until done.
  6. When the orzo is tender and the sauce is creamy, remove from the oven, stir once more, and sprinkle with the chopped fresh basil. Serve immediately.

Notes

  • This recipe freezes well after cooking.
  • Reheat in 30-second microwave intervals, stirring between intervals.
  • Or reheat covered in the oven until warmed through.
  • To double the recipe, use two pans; to halve, use an 8×8 pan.