Creamy Orzo

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5.0

12 reviews
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  • Prep Time

    5 mins

  • Cook Time

    5 mins

  • Total Time

    25 mins

  • Servings

    6

  • Calories

    261 kcal

  • Course

    Main Course

  • Cuisine

    Italian

Creamy Orzo

This creamy and cheesy orzo pasta dish is easy to make and super satisfying. Serve as a side dish or main dish, each bite is packed with deliciousness!

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Ingredients

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  • 2 tablespoons salted butter
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 large shallot, minced
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1/2 teaspoon lemon zest
  • 1 cup uncooked orzo pasta
  • 2 1/2 cups vegetable or chicken broth
  • 2 cups chopped fresh spinach
  • 1/2 cup heavy cream
  • 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • Kosher salt and black pepper, to taste
  • Garnish: crushed red pepper flakes, basil, and extra Parmesan cheese, optional
  • Lemon wedges, for serving, optional
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Instructions

  1. Melt the butter in a large pot over medium-high heat. Add the oil and shallot and sauté for 3 to 5 minutes or until softened.
  2. Stir in the garlic, lemon zest, and uncooked orzo and reduce the heat to medium low. Cook for 2 to 3 minutes, stirring frequently until some pieces are slightly toasted and brown.
  3. Pour in the broth and bring to a boil. Reduce to a simmer and cook for 10 to 12 minutes, stirring often to make sure the orzo doesn’t stick to the bottom of the pan. The orzo is done when it is al dente and most of the broth has been absorbed.
  4. Stir in the spinach, heavy cream, and parmesan cheese. Stir until the spinach is wilted and the orzo is creamy. Season with salt and pepper, to taste.
  5. Garnish with crushed red pepper flakes, basil, and extra Parmesan cheese, if desired. Serve warm. If you want a lemon kick, serve with lemon wedges for squeezing.

Nutrition Information

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Calories 261kcal (13%) Carbohydrates 23g (8%) Protein 7g (14%) Fat 14g (22%) Saturated Fat 8g (40%) Polyunsaturated Fat 1g Monounsaturated Fat 5g Cholesterol 40mg (13%) Sodium 583mg (24%) Potassium 165mg (5%) Fiber 1g (4%) Sugar 2g (4%) Vitamin A 1627IU (33%) Vitamin C 4mg (4%) Calcium 107mg (11%) Iron 1mg (6%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 6Serving

Amount Per Serving

Calories 261 kcal

% Daily Value*

Calories 261kcal 13%
Carbohydrates 23g 8%
Protein 7g 14%
Fat 14g 22%
Saturated Fat 8g 40%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1g 6%
Monounsaturated Fat 5g 25%
Cholesterol 40mg 13%
Sodium 583mg 24%
Potassium 165mg 4%
Fiber 1g 4%
Sugar 2g 4%
Vitamin A 1627IU 33%
Vitamin C 4mg 4%
Calcium 107mg 11%
Iron 1mg 6%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.

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