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Creamy Spinach Orzo Pasta

Creamy Spinach Orzo Pasta

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Course: Side Dish
Cuisine: American
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes
Total Time: 25 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Calories: 280kcal

Equipment

Ingredients

  • 2 cups Orzo Pasta
  • 3 cups chicken Broth
  • ¼ tsp Onion Powder
  • ½ tsp Dried Basil
  • 2 cloves Garlic minced
  • 1 cup Half & Half
  • ½ cup Parmesan Cheese shredded
  • 2 handfuls Fresh Spinach finely sliced

Instructions

  • Slice the spinach very finely. Set aside.
  • Over medium heat, bring the chicken broth to a boil. Add the pasta. Cook for 7-8 minutes or until slightly al dente. Stir occasionally.
  • Reduce the heat to low. Add the onion powder, dried basil, and minced garlic, half & half, and the parmesan cheese. Stir until the cheese is melted and continue to cook for about 2 more minutes, stirring constantly to prevent scorching. Remove from the heat.
  • Add the spinach and stir until the spinach is wilted.
  • Allow to rest for 5-10 minutes before serving. The pasta will thicken as it rests

Notes

3 cups of water and 3 bouillon cubes can be used in place of the chicken broth.
If you don't want to use spinach, peas are a good substitute.

Nutrition

Calories: 280kcal | Carbohydrates: 40g | Protein: 12g | Fat: 8g | Saturated Fat: 4g | Cholesterol: 22mg | Sodium: 598mg | Potassium: 202mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 4g | Calcium: 161mg | Iron: 1mg