Creamy Saffron Orzo

By lorik

Ingredients

• 1 cup heavy cream
• 3/4 cup water
• 1/2 cup dry white wine
• 2 tsp. kosher salt
• 1 tsp. grated fresh garlic
• Pinch of saffron threads, crushed
• 8 oz. dry orzo pasta
• 1 sprig fresh thyme

Preparation

Step 1

Preheat grill to maintain a temperature of 400°.

Whisk together cream, water, wine, salt, garlic, and saffron; stir in orzo and thyme. Transfer orzo mixture to an 8-inch-square foil pan, cover tightly with heavy-duty foil, and grill orzo until al dente, about 25 minutes; discard thyme sprig. Stir orzo before serving.

Per serving: 439 cal; 23g total fat (14g sat);
82mg chol; 989mg sodium; 45g carb; 2g fiber;
9g protein