SPINACH ORZO

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So-good-for-you orzo, flavored with spinach, carrot, basil and Parmesan, is just the right mix for a tasty dinner fix!

Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Entree

Time 37m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 teaspoons margarine
2 garlic cloves, finely chopped
1 small carrot, coarsely shredded (1/2 cup)
1 carton (32 oz) Progresso™ chicken broth (4 cups)
2 cups uncooked orzo or rosamarina pasta (12 ounces)
3 cups thinly sliced fresh spinach
3 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese
1 tablespoon chopped fresh basil leaves or 1 teaspoon dried basil leaves
Salt and pepper to taste

Steps:

  • Melt margarine in 3-quart saucepan over medium heat. Cook garlic and carrot in margarine about 2 minutes, stirring occasionally, until carrot is tender.
  • Stir in broth, pasta and spinach. Heat to boiling; reduce heat. Cover and simmer 15 to 20 minutes, stirring occasionally, until broth is absorbed. Stir in remaining ingredients before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 160, Carbohydrate 27 g, Cholesterol 0 mg, Fat 1/2, Fiber 2 g, Protein 8 g, SaturatedFat 1 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 400 mg

zama mani
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I love the versatility of this dish. It can be served as a main course or a side dish.


Just Viewing
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This dish is a great way to use up leftover chicken or shrimp.


saiful rume
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I'm a vegetarian and I love this dish. It's a great source of protein and iron.


KHAN SHAHEB
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This dish is a great way to get your kids to eat their vegetables.


Namaste Photography
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I love that this dish can be made in one pot. It's a great way to save time and energy.


Akhtarzeb Khan
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This dish is so easy to make, but it looks and tastes like it came from a restaurant.


Glenn Chiasson
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I've made this dish several times and it's always a winner. It's a great way to use up leftover spinach.


Zanele Sithole
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I made this dish for a party and it was a huge success. Everyone raved about how delicious it was.


Jasmine love3310
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This dish was a hit with my family. Even my picky kids loved it!


zaheer
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I'm not usually a fan of spinach, but this dish changed my mind. The orzo is cooked perfectly and the spinach is wilted just the right amount.


Lisa Pos
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I love the creamy texture of this dish. The spinach and cheese add a nice depth of flavor.


Rodolfo Enoc Valladares Barahona
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This spinach orzo was delicious! It's a great weeknight meal that's easy to make and packed with flavor.


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