Shrimp Youvetsi with Orzo and Feta

Orzo baked in a cinnamon-scented tomato sauce with shrimp tucked in and feta melting on top.

Ingredients

For 4 servings.

• 3 tbsp olive oil
• 1 yellow onion, chopped
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 1/2 cups orzo
• 1 (28 oz) can crushed tomatoes
• 3 cups vegetable broth
• 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon
• 1 tsp dried oregano
• 1 lb peeled shrimp
• 4 oz feta cheese
• 1/2 tsp salt
• 2 tbsp chopped parsley (optional topping)

Method

1. Heat the oven to 400°F. In an ovenproof pan, soften the onion in the oil for 5 minutes, then add the garlic.
2. Stir in the orzo, tomatoes, broth, cinnamon, oregano and salt. Bring to a simmer and cook for 8 minutes, stirring.
3. Nestle the shrimp into the orzo, crumble the feta on top and bake for 12 minutes, until the shrimp are pink and the orzo is tender.
4. Scatter with parsley and serve.

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