Garlic and Cheese Orzo

By kddozier

Ingredients

• 1 .In 3- to 4-quart slow cooker, mix all ingredients.
• 2 .Cover; cook on Low heat setting 6 to 8 hours (or High heat setting 3 to 4 hours) to develop flavors.
• Note: This recipe was tested in slow cookers with heating elements in the side and bottom of the cooker, not in cookers that stand only on a heated base. For slow cookers with just a heated base, foll
• (Total time will vary with appliance and setting.)

Preparation

Step 1

Fill a large pot with water and place over high heat to boil the pasta. When the water reaches a bubble, season it with salt and drop the pasta. Cook to al dente according to package directions then drain and reserve.

When the pasta is ready, place a large skillet over medium heat with the butter. Add the garlic to the pan and cook until aromatic and tender, about 1 minute. Add the cooked pasta, Parmigiano Reggiano and parsley to the pan, season with pepper and toss to thoroughly combine. Serve warm alongside Pesto-Presto Italian Flag Chicken.