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~ creamy parmesan orzo ~ cassies

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Recipe by
Cassie *
@1lovetocook1x
Somewhere, PA

This is a recipe, that I created with what I had and thought would be quite flavorful. I wanted something not heavy to serve with my Tailgate Meatballs.The family absolutely loved it. Was super delicious, if I do say so myself. You could add some cooked chicken or shrimp to this for a more complete meal. Enjoy!

yield 4 - 6
prep time 5 Min
cook time 15 Min
method Stove Top

Ingredients For ~ creamy parmesan orzo ~ cassies

  • 3/4 c
    uncooked orzo pasta
  • 2 Tbsp
    butter
  • 2- 3 tsp
    jarred minced garlic or a few fresh cloves, minced
  • 1/3 c
    fine chopped onion
  • 2 slices
    mushrooms, diced - optional
  • 2 thin slice
    prosciutto - diced - optional
  • 2 1/4 tsp
    flour
  • 1 c
    milk
  • 1/2 c
    shredded parmesan cheese
  • 1 c
    fresh spinach, chopped
  • salt
    & pepper to taste
  • a few pinch
    ground nutmeg

How To Make ~ creamy parmesan orzo ~ cassies

  • 1
    Cook pasta according to directions, about 9 minutes once water boils, drain.
  • 2
    In a med to large skillet, melt butter over med heat. Stir in onion, garlic and mushrooms if using and proscuitto. Cook for 2 - 3 minutes, stirring often.
  • 3
    Stir in the flour and cook for another minute, making sure not to scorch.
  • 4
    Whisk in the milk, slowly and bring to a simmer. Continue cooking until becomes bubbly and thickens.
  • 5
    Remove from burner and stir in the Parmesan cheese, until melted. Stir in the spinach and orzo and toss to coat. Return to burner, add nutmeg, salt & pepper to taste, cook only long enough to heat pasta and wilt the spinach.
  • 6
    Serve immediately. Delicious!
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