Orzo with Bacon, Peas, Spinach and Lemon

Name: Orzo with Bacon, Peas, Spinach and Lemon
Prep time: 5 min
Cook time: 25 min
Total time: 30 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 6 lices center-cut bacon; 1 leek; 1 cup frozen peas; 1 cup dry orzo; 3 cups low sodium chicken broth; 2 cups packed baby spinach; ¼ cup freshly grated parmesan; 1 medium lemon; freshly ground black pepper

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Prep Time
5 mins
Cook Time
5 mins
Total Time
30 mins
Servings
4 servings
Calories
314 kcal
Course
Main Course, Dinner
Cuisine
American

Orzo with Bacon, Peas, Spinach and Lemon

Iris Warren

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This easy Orzo with Bacon, Leeks, Peas, Spinach and Lemon is a one-pot meal that’s sure to become a regular on your dinner rotation!

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Ingredients

Servings

6 lices center-cut bacon (chopped)
1 leek (white parts only, chopped)
1 cup frozen peas
1 cup dry orzo
3 cups low sodium chicken broth
2 cups packed baby spinach
¼ cup freshly grated parmesan
1 medium lemon (zested and cut into wedges)
freshly ground black pepper (to taste)

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Instructions

Place the chopped bacon in a large, heavy-bottom sauce pot or Dutch oven. Cook the bacon over medium-high heat for 6 to 8 minutes, or until crispy.
Add the leeks and sauté until soft, 3 to 4 minutes. Add the peas and sauté for 1 minute more.
Add the orzo and chicken broth, stir to combine then bring to a boil. Reduce heat to medium-low and simmer 10 minutes, stirring every few minutes, scraping the bottom of the pot to make sure the orzo doesn’t stick.
Remove from the heat, add the spinach, stir, then cover for a couple minutes or until the spinach has wilted. Top with parmesan, lemon zest and black pepper and serve with lemon wedges on the side.

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Serving 11/2 cups Calories 314kcal (16%) Carbohydrates 40g (13%) Protein 17g (34%) Fat 10g (15%) Saturated Fat 3g (15%) Cholesterol 15mg (5%) Sodium 547mg (23%) Fiber 4g (16%) Sugar 4g (8%)