Creamy Orzo And Spinach Recipe

Name: Creamy Orzo And Spinach
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 -2 cup orzo pasta, cooked and drained; 1/4 cup grated parmesan cheese; 1 egg, beaten; 2 tablespoons heavy cream; salt & pepper; 1 lb spinach, stemmed; 2 tablespoons olive oil; 3 -4 garlic cloves, sliced; 1 pinch red pepper flakes; salt & pepper; 1 dash balsamic vinegar

Servings: persons

1 -2 cup orzo pasta, cooked and drained
1/4 cup grated parmesan cheese
1 egg, beaten
2 tablespoons heavy cream
salt & pepper
1 lb spinach, stemmed
2 tablespoons olive oil
3 -4 garlic cloves, sliced
1 pinch red pepper flakes
salt & pepper
1 dash balsamic vinegar

1
Cook orzo according to package directions, drain.
2
Mix parmesan, beaten egg and cream and add to hot orzo.
3
The heat will cook the egg mixture.
4
Heat oil in skillet, add garlic, saute until soft.
5
Add spinach in batches until wilted.
6
Season with red pepper, salt, pepper, stirring.
7
Drizzle with a drop of balsamic.
8
Top orzo with spinach, serve with additional parmesan if desired.

398

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 -2 cup orzo pasta, cooked and drained, 1/4 cup grated parmesan cheese, 1 egg, beaten, 2 tablespoons heavy cream, and more.

Yes, Creamy Orzo And Spinach falls under the Pasta & Noodles category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

Creamy Orzo And Spinach

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