Description
Indulge in the creamy goodness of this delectable Creamy Spinach and Mushroom Orzo dish. This easy one-pot recipe combines tender orzo pasta with earthy mushrooms, vibrant baby spinach, and a luscious Parmesan cream sauce.
Ingredients
Scale
Orzo Pasta:
- 1 cup orzo pasta
Vegetables:
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 tablespoon unsalted butter
- 8 oz cremini or button mushrooms, sliced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 cups baby spinach
Sauce and Seasoning:
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- ½ cup heavy cream
- 1 ½ cups low-sodium vegetable or chicken broth
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- ¼ teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes (optional)
Garnish:
- Chopped fresh parsley
Instructions
- Sauté Mushrooms: Heat olive oil and butter in a large skillet over medium heat. Add mushrooms, sauté for 5–6 minutes until browned.
- Add Garlic and Orzo: Stir in garlic, cook for 1 minute. Add orzo, cook for 1–2 minutes.
- Cook Orzo: Pour in broth, bring to a boil. Simmer for 8–10 minutes until orzo is tender.
- Finish Dish: Stir in cream, Parmesan, and spinach. Cook for 2–3 minutes until creamy. Season with salt, pepper, and red pepper flakes. Garnish with parsley.
Notes
- For added protein, stir in cooked chicken or white beans.
- You can substitute milk for cream for a lighter version.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 390
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 43g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 13g
- Cholesterol: 40mg
