Creamy Parmesan Spinach Orzo

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Creamy Parmesan Spinach Orzo

Course Side Dish
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings 8

Ingredients

  • 1 pound of orzo pasta
  • 1 cup of pasta water reserved
  • 4 ounces of cream cheese
  • 1/2 cup of freshly grated Parmesan cheese
  • 2 cloves of grated garlic
  • 3 cups of fresh baby spinach
  • 1 teaspoon of salt to taste
  • 1/2 teaspoon of black pepper to taste

Instructions

  • Start by bringing 6 cups of water to a boil in a deep pot. Add 1 tablespoon of kosher salt.
  • Add the orzo pasta and cook for 7-9 minutes, until it’s perfectly al dente.
  • Drain the orzo, making sure to reserve one cup of the pasta water.
  • In a pan over medium heat, combine the drained orzo with cream cheese, garlic, spinach, salt, pepper, and Parmesan cheese. Use the reserved pasta water as needed.
  • Stir everything together until the cheeses melt and the orzo is coated in a creamy sauce.
  • Serve up your delightful creation and savor every bite!

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