Cheesy Orzo and Garden Veggies

Cheesy Orzo and Garden Veggies

Ingredients

4 tablespoons butter, divided

1 large shallot, minced

3 cloves garlic, minced

2 small zucchinis, diced

1/2 cup halved cherry tomatoes

2 cups uncooked orzo

1(14.5 oz) can Muir Glen fire roasted diced tomatoes, drained

3/4 cup shredded gruyere cheese

2 tablespoons freshly chopped chives

1 pinch coarse salt and freshly ground pepper