Creamy Orzo
Creamy orzo is a comforting dish that transforms ordinary dinners into culinary delights. This rich and velvety pasta, cooked to perfection in a luscious sauce, is perfect for cozy evenings. With hints of garlic, fresh spinach, and a bright touch of lemon zest, each bite offers a delightful experience that warms the soul. Whether served as a main course or a side dish, creamy orzo is sure to impress family and friends alike.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup orzo pasta
- 1 cup heavy cream
- ¾ cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- 2 cups fresh spinach
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- Zest of 1 lemon
Instructions
- Prep your ingredients: chop garlic and spinach.
- Cook the orzo: Boil salted water, add orzo, cook until al dente (8-10 minutes), drain.
- Sauté aromatics: In a skillet over medium heat, warm olive oil and sauté minced garlic for about 1 minute.
- Add broth and cream: Pour in chicken broth and heavy cream; simmer for 5 minutes.
- Combine: Stir in cooked orzo and Parmesan cheese until creamy.
- Finish: Fold in spinach until wilted (1-2 minutes) and add lemon zest before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 14g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 70mg