Description
Tuscan Creamy Garlic Orzo is a rich and flavorful dish that combines the creamy texture of orzo pasta with garlic and Tuscan-inspired ingredients, creating a delightful meal perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup orzo pasta
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup vegetable broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup spinach, chopped
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh basil for garnish
Instructions
- In a large pot, heat olive oil over medium heat.
- Add minced garlic and sauté until fragrant.
- Stir in the orzo pasta and cook for 1-2 minutes.
- Add vegetable broth and bring to a boil.
- Reduce heat and simmer until orzo is tender, about 10 minutes.
- Stir in heavy cream and chopped spinach.
- Add grated Parmesan cheese and mix until creamy.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Garnish with fresh basil before serving.
Notes
- For a lighter version, substitute heavy cream with half-and-half.
- Add grilled chicken or shrimp for extra 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: 10g
- Cholesterol: 50mg