Brown Butter Butternut Squash Orzo

A one pot meal that’s somewhat like a risotto, but easier and with pasta. You can use a fresh butternut squash or frozen cubes.

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Step 1

Thinly slice the shallots. If using fresh squash, peel and cut into 1 inch cubes.

Step 2

Melt butter over medium heat. Cook until it foams up and brown bits appear on bottom of pan, about 6 mins. Then add shallots and stir.

Step 3

After 2 minutes add squash, salt, pepper, red pepper flakes, nutmeg, and sage. Let cook for 15 minutes, or until squash is tender.

Step 4

Use a fork or immersion blender to mash about half the squash (you want to leave some chunky). Add broth and orzo. Lower heat to medium low and let simmer for 15-20 mins, until orzo is cooked. Stir occasionally so it doesn’t burn. If it starts to dry out but pasta is cooked add more broth. Taste and add salt as necessary.

Step 5

Remove from heat and add cheese. Mix in. Squeeze lemon on top and serve.