This is an outstanding, great recipe. It's easy yet a gourmet dish that's great to serve when company comes.
1 c. orzo pasta
1 lb. shrimp, peeled and deveined
2 t. Italian seasoning, divided (or less, if preferred)
1/8 - 1/4 t. crushed red pepper flakes
2 T. butter, divided
1/2 onion, chopped
3 cloves garlic, minced
1/3 c. white wine
1/2 c. heavy cream
1/4 t. sea salt
1/2 c. feta cheese, crumbled (or goat cheese)
fresh parsley, for garnish
In a large bowl, pat the shrimp dry with paper towels. Stir in salt, 1 t. Italian seasoning and crushed red pepper flakes.
Melt 1 T. butter in a large, non-stick skillet over medium heat; add shrimp; cook 1-2 minutes on each side, just until cooked through.
Meanwhile, bring a large pot of water to a boil; cook orzo pasta according to the package instructions, 7-10 minutes. Drain; rinse with cold water; set aside.
Remove the shrimp from the skillet; set aside. In the same skillet, add the remaining 1 T. butter, melt it until it just starts to brown. Add onion and garlic; cook until translucent and fragrant.
Once the garlic is cooked, add the wine; cook for several minutes. Add heavy cream. Once the liquid is simmering, add the cooked orzo, salt and 1 t. Italian seasoning. Add crumbled feta cheese; stir. Transfer the shrimp back into the skillet; reheat.
Serve, garnished with chopped parsley.
4 servings.