Description
Creamy Parmesan Spinach Orzo is a delightful one-pot meal that envelops your palate in rich flavors and a velvety texture. This comforting dish features tender orzo pasta mixed with fresh spinach, aromatic garlic, and freshly grated Parmesan cheese, creating a creamy sauce that’s perfect for busy weeknights or special gatherings. Impress your family and friends with this easy yet elegant recipe that will leave everyone craving more.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup orzo pasta
- 2 cups fresh baby spinach
- 1 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup vegetable broth
- 2 tbsp olive oil
Instructions
- Cook the Orzo: Boil a large pot of salted water, add orzo, and cook until al dente (about 8-10 minutes). Drain.
- Sauté Garlic: In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat and sauté minced garlic for about 1 minute until fragrant.
- Wilt Spinach: Add fresh spinach to the skillet and stir until wilted (about 2 minutes).
- Make Creamy Sauce: Pour in heavy cream and vegetable broth, stirring well. Gradually add Parmesan cheese until melted.
- Combine Orzo: Fold the cooked orzo into the creamy mixture until evenly coated.
- Serve: Plate the dish, garnishing with extra Parmesan if desired.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: One-pot
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (250g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 690mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 16g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 80mg