Spinach and Artichoke Pasta Alfredo Casserole

• Vegetarian

• Produce

  • 1 jar Artichokes
  • 2 Garlic cloves
  • 1 bag Spinach, leaves
  • 1 Yellow onion

• Canned Goods

  • 1 cup Vegetable broth

• Pasta & Grains

  • 1 cup Orzo pasta

• Baking & Spices

  • 3 tbsp Flour
  • 1/8 tsp Salt
  • 1 Salt and fresh ground pepper

• Oils & Vinegars

  • 6 tbsp Olive oil

• Dairy

  • 1/2 cup Italian-blend cheeses
  • 1/2 cup Parmesan cheese, grated
  • 1/2 cup Yogurt, plain nonfat

• Liquids

  • 1 Water

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Description

Ingredients

• FOR THE PASTA
• 1 cup orzo pasta
• water, for boiling pasta
• FOR THE ALFREDO SAUCE
• 3 tablespoons olive oil
• 2 garlic cloves, minced
• 3 tablespoons flour
• 1 cup vegetable broth
• 1/2 cup grated parmesan cheese
• 1/2 cup plain, nonfat yogurt
• salt and fresh ground pepper, to taste
• FOR THE SPINACH AND ARTICHOKES MIXTURE
• 3 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 yellow onion, sliced
• 1/8 teaspoon salt
• 1 bag (6 to 8 ounces) spinach leaves
• 1 jar or can (14-ounces) quartered artichokes
• 1/2 cup shredded italian-blend cheeses, for topping (optional)

Directions

• Preheat oven to 350.
• Lightly grease casserole dish with cooking spray and set aside.
• Cook orzo according to the directions on the box; drain and set aside.
• Make The Sauce
• Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat.
• Add garlic and cook for 1 minute or until fragrant.
• Stir in flour; stir until combined.
• Slowly whisk in vegetable broth.
• Cook and whisk until mixture boils and thickens; remove from heat.
• Stir in parmesan cheese; stir until melted.
• Whisk in yogurt; whisk until combined.
• Season with salt and pepper.
• Sauce will continue to thicken as it stands. If sauce is too thick, add a little water. Set aside.
• Make the Spinach and Artichokes
• Heat olive oil in a frying pan.
• Add onions and salt; cook for 2 minutes, or until just tender.
• Add spinach and cook for 2 more minutes, or until wilted.
• Stir in artichokes and continue to cook for 1 more minute.
• Add orzo to the skillet.
• Stir in prepared sauce.
• Remove from heat and transfer to previously prepared casserole dish.
• Sprinkle the top with shredded cheese.
• Bake for 15 to 20 minutes, or until top is lightly browned.
• Remove from oven and let stand 10 minutes.
• Serve.