Propane Stove Creamy Broccoli & Cheddar Orzo
Creamy, cheesy orzo pasta loaded with tender broccoli and melted cheddar, all in one pot. This fuss-free van or car camping dinner is comfort food the easy way.
Equipment
- Medium pot
- Spoon
- Knife
Ingredients
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- 1 cup orzo pasta
- 2 cups vegetable broth
- 2 cups small broccoli florets
- 1/2 cup milk or half-and-half
- 1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in pot over medium heat.
- Add garlic and sauté 30 seconds. Stir in orzo, cook 1 minute to toast.
- Pour in broth, bring to a boil, then reduce heat to a simmer. Cover and cook 7 minutes.
- Add broccoli, cover and cook 5-6 minutes more until orzo is tender and most liquid is absorbed.
- Stir in milk, cheese, salt, and pepper until creamy. Serve warm.
Notes
Orzo cooks quickly and is ideal for one-pot camp meals. Pre-chop broccoli and portion cheese at home for easy campsite prep.