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Creamy Tomato Sausage Orzo – A One-Pan Comfort Dish

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A creamy one-pan pasta dish made with smoky sausage, tender orzo, and a tomato-infused cream sauce. Fast, hearty, and full of flavor.

Ingredients

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  • 1 lb Italian sausage (mild or spicy)

  • 1 small onion, diced

  • 3–4 cloves garlic, minced

  • 2 tbsp tomato paste

  • 1 cup orzo pasta

  • 1 cup crushed tomatoes

  • 2 cups chicken broth

  • ½ cup heavy cream

  • ½ cup Parmesan cheese, grated

  • ½ tsp Italian seasoning

  • ½ tsp red pepper flakes (optional)

  • Salt and black pepper, to taste

  • 1 tbsp olive oil

Instructions

  • Brown sausage in olive oil over medium heat. Set aside.

  • Sauté onion and garlic until soft. Add tomato paste and pepper flakes; cook 1 minute.

  • Stir in orzo, crushed tomatoes, broth, and seasoning. Return sausage to pan.

  • Simmer covered for 10–12 minutes, stirring often, until orzo is tender.

  • Stir in cream and Parmesan. Simmer 2–3 minutes until creamy.

  • Taste and serve hot, garnished with herbs and extra cheese.

Notes

  • Add spinach at the end for extra greens.

  • Use half-and-half or milk for a lighter version.

  • Reheat with broth or cream to maintain texture.

Find it online: https://savoryproteinstudio.com/creamy-tomato-sausage-orzo-a-one-pan-comfort-dish/