Creamy Orzo with Charred Scallions - Serving Dumplings

Ingredients

• 1 tbsp olive oil
• 2 garlic cloves (minced)
• 1 tbsp chopped thyme leaves (more for serving)
• 1 cup orzo pasta
• ¼ tsp salt
• 1 tsp black pepper
• 2 ½ cups vegetable broth
• 1 cup mascarpone
• ½ cup roughly chopped hazelnuts
• 3 tbsp olive oil
• 12 scallions (cut into large pieces)
• 1 garlic clove (minced)
• 1 tsp maple syrup
• ¼ tsp chili flakes
• 1 tbsp lemon juice