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Creamy Orzo with Mushrooms and Spinach

Creamy Orzo with Mushrooms and Spinach

This creamy orzo with mushrooms and spinach is a delicious and comforting dish that’s quick to prepare.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Course main dish
Cuisine Italian
Servings 4 servings
Calories 450 kcal

Equipment

  • large skillet
  • pot

Ingredients
  

Pasta and Vegetables

  • 1 cup orzo pasta
  • 1 pound fresh mushrooms, sliced
  • 4 cups fresh spinach, chopped
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced

Sauce Ingredients

  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 1 cup vegetable broth
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese

Instructions
 

Cooking Steps

  • Cook orzo in salted boiling water until al dente; drain and set aside.
  • In a large skillet, heat olive oil and butter over medium heat. Sauté mushrooms for 5-7 minutes until browned.
  • Add garlic and cook for 30 seconds, then stir in spinach until wilted.
  • Sprinkle flour over the mixture; whisk in vegetable broth and heavy cream. Cook until thickened (3-5 minutes).
  • Combine cooked orzo with the sauce; stir in Parmesan until melted.
  • Adjust seasoning as needed; garnish with basil before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 12gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 15gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 60mgSodium: 500mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 3gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 50IUVitamin C: 30mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 10mg
Keyword comfort food, Creamy Orzo with Mushrooms and Spinach, easy dinner, mushroom dish, orzo recipe, Spinach Recipe
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