Categories: Pasta- Pasta Sauce- Pizza- Flatbread

Ingredients

• 1/2 lb. orzo
• 3 Tbsp. unsalted butter
• 3 Tbsp. all-purpose flour
• 3 cups whole milk, heated
• 5 oz. extra-sharp cheddar, grated
• 1/2 tsp. kosher salt
• 1/4 tsp. freshly ground pepper
• 1/4 cups fresh bread crumbs
• 1/4 cups grated Parmesan cheese

Directions

1. Preheat oven to 375 degrees. Lightly grease a 9 × 11 inch baking dish.

2. Prepare orzo according to package directions, until not quite al dente. Drain.

3. Meanwhile, in a large saucepan over medium-low heat melt butter. Whisk in flour and cook, stirring constantly, for about 3 minutes.

4. Increase heat to medium-high, slowly whisk in milk and cook, stirring constantly, until mixture comes to a boil. Reduce heat to low and cook, whisking often, for 5 minutes. Remove from the heat and stir in the cheddar cheese. Season with salt and pepper.

5. Stir orzo into sauce and transfer to baking dish. Combine bread crumbs and {Parmesan cheese and sprinkle over orzo. Bake for 15 to 20 minutes, or until bubbly and lightly browned on top.

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