Spinach & Artichoke Orzo
Spinach & Artichoke Orzo! Orzo pasta, fresh spinach, and tangy artichoke hearts are tossed with a creamy, savory sauce infused with garlic and Parmesan cheese in this satisfying dish.
Servings: 6 servings
Ingredients
- 1⅓ cup orzo
- 2 tablespoons butter or olive oil
- 2 tablespoons all purpose flour
- 2 cups milk warmed
- 2 cloves garlic smashed
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- ½ cup marinated artichoke hearts roughly chopped
- 4 cups fresh spinach finely chopped
- ½ teaspoon sea salt
- ½ teaspoon peppers
Instructions
- Cook orzo in salted water according to package directions. Cook until slightly al dente.
- Meanwhile, in a deep skillet over medium-high heat, melt butter together. Add flour, whisking constantly. Whisk until flour is incorporated into butter and continue to cook for 1-2 minutes.
- While whisking, pour in warm milk. Bring to a boil, then reduce to a simmer. Drop in smashed garlic cloves and allow to simmer lightly until sauce starts to thicken, about 4-5 minutes. Remove garlic cloves and discard.
- Add in Parmesan and stir until smooth. Add artichoke hearts and fresh spinach, and fold in gently until spinach leaves are coated with sauce and begin to wilt. Add salt and pepper to season.
- Add the cooked orzo into the sauce and toss to coat. Serve hot.