Parmesan and Spinach Orzo

• Vegetarian

• Produce

  • 2 cloves Garlic
  • 1 Onion
  • 1 1/2 cups Spinach

• Pasta & Grains

  • 1 cup Orzo pasta

• Baking & Spices

  • 1 tbsp All-purpose flour
  • 1 Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper

• Oils & Vinegars

  • 1 tbsp Olive oil

• Dairy

  • 1 cup Milk
  • 1/2 cup Parmesan cheese, grated

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Description

Ingredients

• 1 cup orzo pasta
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 onion, diced
• 1 tablespoon all-purpose flour
• 1 cup milk
• 1 1/2 cups spinach, roughly chopped
• 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
• Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste

Directions

• In a large pot of boiling salted water, cook pasta according to package instructions; drain well. Heat olive oil in a saucepan over medium heat. Add garlic and onion, and cook, stirring frequently, until onions have become translucent, about 2-3 minutes. Whisk in flour until lightly browned, about 1 minute. Gradually whisk in milk, and cook, whisking constantly, until slightly thickened, about 3-4 minutes. Add spinach and cook until wilted, about 2-3 minutes. Stir in Parmesan until melted, about 1 minute. Add orzo and gently toss to combine; season with salt and pepper, to taste. Serve immediately.