Creamy Mushroom Orzo

In a large pot over medium heat add a drizzle of olive oil, then place in half your mushrooms. Leave to brown on one side, flip them over then season with a pinch of salt and pepper. Continue frying until nicely browned then remove to a side bowl and repeat with the second batch, adding more oil as needed.

Melt in 1 tbsp butter, then add your onion. Fry until it begins to brown/soften, then add in the garlic. Continue frying for another minute then pour in white wine. Allow the wine to simmer and reduce for a good 5 minutes, until it's almost all evaporated, deglazing the pan as necessary.

Pour in the orzo and add back in your mushrooms. Pour in stock and cream, then sprinkle in parsley, thyme and salt & pepper. Give it a good stir then bring it to simmer. Keep the heat on low, stirring frequently until the orzo is cooked and the sauce has thickened.

Remove from heat and stir through your second tbsp of butter and your parmesan. Serve with extra parmesan/parsley!

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