Baked Shrimp with Orzo & Feta

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Baked Shrimp with Orzo & Feta

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Course Main Course
Cuisine Mediterranean

Ingredients

  • ½ pound Shrimp, peeled & deveined
  • ½ cup orzo
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 2 cloves garlic chopped
  • 1 white onion chopped
  • ½ tsp red pepper flakes
  • ½ cup white wine
  • 1 ½ cup tomatoes peeled & chopped
  • 1 tsp oregano
  • 2 tbsp parsley chopped
  • 2 scallions (green parts only) sliced
  • ½ cup feta cheese crumbled
  • salt
  • pepper

Instructions

  • Preheat oven to 425℉.
  • Bring a pot of salted water to a boil.
  • Cook the orzo according to the directions on the box until al dente. Drain in colander & set aside.
  • Meanwhile, pour the oil in a large skillet set over medium heat.
  • Add the onion and cook until translucent, about 5 minutes.
  • Add the garlic and red pepper flakes and cook for 30 seconds, until fragrant.
  • Pour in the white wine, tomato, and oregano. Stir well and bring mixture to a simmer. Cook for 5 minutes, season with salt and pepper to taste.
  • Remove from heat and stir in parsley and scallions.
  • Combine the cooked orzo, sauce, and shrimp in a baking dish. Sprinkle on the crumbled feta cheese.
  • Place in the oven and cook 10-15 minutes until shrimp are done.