Orzo with Chicken Sausage & Pumpkin Sauce

Ingredients:

Directions:

1. Heat oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the sausage and cook until golden brown on both sides, stirring occasionally. Transfer to a plate and set aside.
2. Using the same skillet, heat a little more oil over medium heat and cook the onions until soft and translucent, about 5 minutes. Add the garlic and stir to combine. Continue to cook for about 30 seconds.
3. Add the orzo and stir to combine.
4. Add the broth, followed by the cream, pumpkin, sage, thyme, and cayenne. Season with salt and pepper. Stir to combine.
5. Increase the heat to high and bring to a slow simmer. Reduce the heat and continue to simmer, stirring occasionally, until the orzo is cooked through. This should take about 10 minutes.
6. Return the sausage to the skillet and stir to combine.
7. Add the cheese and stir to combine and melt the cheese. Taste and season with more salt and pepper, if needed.
8. Serve warm, garnished with additional sage and thyme. Enjoy!