Creamy Sun-dried Tomato & Spinach Orzo

Ingredients

• 1.5 cups of Orzo

• 1 cup of Heavy cream

• 1 cup of Grated Pecorino Romano

• 1/2 cup of Sun-dried Tomatoes

• 1 cup of hot low-sodium chicken stock (or 1 cup of hot water with a pinch of salt)

• 2 cups of raw spinach

• 2 TBS of garlic paste or freshly minced garlic

• 1 TBS of Olive Oil

• 1 Lemon

• Garnish:

  • Grated Pecorino Romano

  • Lemon Zest

Directions

1. Rehydrate sundried tomatoes in chicken stock for at least 30 minutes and set aside.

2. Boil orzo in salted water following manufacturer instructions. Drain orzo and set aside. 

3. In a saucepan over medium heat, heat olive oil and red pepper flakes until fragrant 

4. Add garlic, and sautéed until lightly browned 

5. Turn the heat up to medium High, and Add rehydrated tomatoes and spinach.  sauté until spinach wilts 

6. Add heavy cream and grated cheese, and stir until the sauce is creamy.

7. Fold orzo back in, and garnish with a little more cheese and lemon zest. Serve hot!