Creamy Tuscan Orzo
This creamy Tuscan orzo is a flavorful, comforting dish that serves as an excellent side or meatless main course.
Equipment
- pot
Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 2 tablespoons butter
- ½ medium onion, chopped
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- ¼ teaspoon Italian seasoning
- ¼ cup sun-dried tomatoes see note
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 1 cup uncooked orzo pasta
- 2 cups chicken or vegetable broth
- 1 cup heavy/whipping cream
- ½ cup freshly grated parmesan cheese
- 2 cups fresh baby spinach (packed)
- ¼ cup fresh basil (loosely packed, torn)
- Salt & pepper to taste
Instructions
- Add the oil, butter, and onion to a pot over medium-high heat. Sauté the onion for 3-4 minutes.
- Add the garlic, Italian seasoning, sun-dried tomatoes, lemon juice, Dijon mustard, and orzo. Cook for 2-3 minutes, stirring often to infuse the orzo with the flavors.
- Add the chicken broth and cream. Once it starts to bubble, continue cooking for 10 minutes (uncovered), stirring fairly often.
- Take the pot off the heat, and stir in the parmesan, spinach, and basil. Cover the pot for a few minutes until it has thickened up to your liking.
Notes
Serves 6 as a side or 4 as a main course. Use sun-dried tomatoes packed in oil and drain before adding. Adjust liquid as needed during cooking.
Nutrition
Serving: 1servingCalories: 346kcalCarbohydrates: 25gProtein: 9gFat: 24gSaturated Fat: 13gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gTrans Fat: 1gCholesterol: 72mgSodium: 494mgPotassium: 402mgFiber: 2gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 1806IUVitamin C: 13mgCalcium: 154mgIron: 1mg
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