Description
A comforting dish of creamy orzo pasta with fresh spinach and Parmesan cheese, perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup orzo
- 2 cups fresh spinach (or kale or Swiss chard)
- 1 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 cup heavy cream (or half-and-half or coconut cream)
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 3 cloves garlic, minced (or garlic powder)
- 2 cups vegetable or chicken broth
Instructions
- Heat the butter in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and sauté until fragrant, about 1-2 minutes.
- Stir in the orzo and toast lightly for 1 minute.
- Pour in the broth and bring to a gentle simmer. Cook for 10-12 minutes until the orzo is al dente.
- Lower the heat and stir in the heavy cream, incorporating it fully before adding the spinach.
- Add spinach gradually, mixing until it wilts down. Stir in the grated Parmesan cheese until melted.
- Taste and adjust seasonings as needed. Serve hot, garnished with extra Parmesan and a squeeze of lemon.
Notes
Stir regularly to prevent orzo from sticking. Adjust cream levels for desired richness.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 44g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 50mg
Keywords: Creamy Orzo, Spinach Parmesan Pasta, Comfort Food, Family Recipe, Vegetarian Dish