faux risotto

An easy way to make a quick risotto. The orzo pasta makes this dish super creamy and the spinach and seasonings make it a great side for any meal.&nbsp;

Lemon Spinach Orzo Pasta A Quick Risotto

onion

olive oil

garlic

dry orzo pasta

chicken broth (hot)

water (hot)

baby spinach

Tbsp. minced lemon zest

unsalted butter

black pepper

nutmeg

sauté onion in olive oil in a saucepan over medium-high heat until softened, 3-5 minutes, Add garlic; cook until fragrant, 1 minute.

Add orzo and stir to coat with oil; cook 1-2 minutes. Stir in broth and water, stirring often until liquid is absorbed and orzo is cooked, 9-10 minutes.

Off heat, stir in spinach, zest, butter, salt, pepper, and nutmeg until spinach wilts.

Delicious!!!  So easy and fresh....nice compliment to seafood!

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