Creamy Lemon Orzo with Winter Greens Recipe

Creamy Lemon Orzo with Winter Greens

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Ingredients

• 2 cups sliced Tuscan kale
• Olive oil
• 2 garlic cloves, sliced
• Salt and pepper to taste
• 2 cups vegetable broth
• 1/2 cup heavy cream
• 1 cup orzo pasta
• 3 ounces baby spinach
• 3/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
• 1 tablespoon lemon zest
• 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice

Directions

1. Heat olive oil in a nonstick skillet over medium-high heat. Saut the sliced Tuscan kale for about 2 minutes until it begins to soften.
2. Add the sliced garlic cloves and cook for an additional minute. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
3. Pour in the vegetable broth and heavy cream, then bring the mixture to a simmer.
4. Stir in the orzo and cook for 9 minutes until the pasta is tender and has absorbed the flavors.
5. Add the baby spinach and stir until wilted.
6. Remove from heat and stir in the grated Parmesan, lemon zest, and lemon juice.
7. Season with additional salt and pepper as needed. Drizzle with olive oil and serve immediately.

Photograph by Andrew Purcell