Orzo Pasta Recipe
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Ingredients
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Pasta
Vegetables
Spices
Method
Cooking the Orzo
- 1
Boil Water
In a large pot, bring 4 cups of water to a boil. Once boiling, add 1 tsp of salt.
- 2
Cook Orzo
Add 1 cup of orzo pasta to the boiling water. Cook according to package instructions, usually about 8-10 minutes, until al dente. Stir occasionally to prevent sticking.
- 3
Drain and Set Aside
Once cooked, drain the orzo in a colander and set it aside.
Sautéing Vegetables
- 4
- 5
- 6
Add Tomatoes and Spinach
Halve 1 cup of cherry tomatoes and add to the pot along with 2 cups of spinach. Cook for about 3-4 minutes, until the spinach wilts and the tomatoes soften.
Combining Ingredients
- 7
Mix Orzo with Vegetables
Add the drained orzo to the pot with the sautéed vegetables. Stir to combine well.
- 8
Season the Dish
Add 1 tsp of black pepper and red pepper flakes to taste. Stir until everything is evenly mixed.
- 9
Add Parmesan Cheese
Finally, add 1 cup of grated Parmesan cheese and mix until melted and well incorporated.
Serving
- 10
Plate the Dish
Serve the orzo pasta warm, garnished with additional Parmesan cheese and red pepper flakes if desired.
