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Mushroom Spinach Orzo

A creamy and flavorful dish combining tender orzo pasta with sautéed mushrooms and fresh spinach, perfect for a comforting meal.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 350
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Base
  • 1 cup orzo pasta
  • 2 cups vegetable broth
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 clove garlic minced
For the Vegetables
  • 8 ounces cremini mushrooms sliced
  • 3 cups fresh spinach
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
For the Creaminess
  • 1/2 cup heavy cream
  • 1/4 cup parmesan cheese grated

Method
 

Cooking the Orzo
  1. In a medium saucepan, bring the vegetable broth to a boil.
  2. Add the orzo pasta and cook according to package instructions until al dente, about 8-10 minutes.
  3. Drain the orzo and set aside, reserving a bit of the broth.
Sautéing the Vegetables
  1. In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat.
  2. Add the minced garlic and sauté for 1 minute until fragrant.
  3. Add the sliced mushrooms, salt, and pepper. Cook until the mushrooms are browned, about 5-7 minutes.
  4. Stir in the fresh spinach and cook until wilted, about 2 minutes.
Combining Ingredients
  1. Add the cooked orzo to the skillet with the vegetables.
  2. Pour in the heavy cream and mix well. If the mixture seems dry, add a bit of the reserved broth.
  3. Stir in the grated parmesan cheese until melted and creamy.
Final Seasoning
  1. Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary, adding more salt or pepper as needed.
  2. Serve hot, garnished with additional parmesan cheese if desired.

Nutrition

Calories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 12gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 7gSodium: 600mgFiber: 3gSugar: 2g

Notes

For added flavor, consider adding a pinch of red pepper flakes or fresh herbs like basil or thyme.

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