Description
A quick and easy one pot orzo pasta recipe cooked with garlic, tomatoes, spinach, and Parmesan cheese for a delicious and comforting meal.
Ingredients
1 tablespoon olive oil
3 cloves garlic, minced
1 cup orzo pasta
2 cups vegetable broth
1 cup water
1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
2 cups fresh spinach, roughly chopped
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
Instructions
Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.
Add minced garlic and sauté for 1 minute until fragrant.
Add orzo pasta to the pot and stir to coat with the olive oil and garlic.
Pour in vegetable broth and water, then add halved cherry tomatoes.
Season with salt and black pepper, then bring the mixture to a boil.
Reduce heat to medium-low and simmer uncovered for 10 minutes, stirring occasionally.
Add chopped spinach to the pot and cook for an additional 2-3 minutes until spinach is wilted and orzo is tender.
Remove the pot from heat and stir in grated Parmesan cheese until melted and combined.
Serve immediately.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes