Description
A comforting and creamy orzo dish with vibrant cherry tomatoes and fresh spinach, perfect for cozy dinners.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup orzo pasta
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 cup fresh spinach
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Basil for garnish
Instructions
- Begin by cooking the orzo according to package instructions, ensuring it attains that ideal al dente texture. Once done, drain and set aside, allowing it to breathe.
- In a large skillet, pour in the olive oil and heat over medium. As it shimmers, add the minced garlic, sautéing for about one minute until it releases that heavenly aroma.
- Toss in the halved cherry tomatoes next. Cook for 2-3 minutes until they soften and their juices flow, bathing the skillet in vibrant color.
- Next, gently fold in the fresh spinach, allowing it to wilt gracefully while absorbing all that garlic-infused goodness.
- Lower the heat and pour in the heavy cream along with the grated Parmesan cheese. Stir until everything melds together, creating a luscious, creamy sauce.
- Introduce the cooked orzo back into the skillet, mixing thoroughly to coat every twisted morsel with the glorious sauce. Season generously with salt and pepper to your liking.
- Serve this delight warm, garnished with fresh basil that brightens even the gloomiest days.
Notes
Make-ahead tips: Prepare the orzo and sauce separately, but combine shortly before serving for the best texture.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 40mg