Description
Creamy Spinach and Parmesan Orzo is a delightful dish that combines the richness of cream with the savory flavors of spinach and Parmesan cheese, creating a comforting and satisfying meal.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup orzo pasta
- 2 cups fresh spinach
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook the orzo pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add minced garlic and sauté until fragrant.
- Add fresh spinach to the skillet and cook until wilted.
- Pour in the heavy cream and bring to a simmer.
- Stir in the grated Parmesan cheese until melted and creamy.
- Add the cooked orzo to the skillet and mix until well combined.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste. Serve warm.
Notes
- For a lighter version, you can substitute half-and-half for heavy cream.
- Feel free to add cooked chicken or shrimp for added protein.
- This dish can be served as a main course or a side dish.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 50mg