Orzo With Spinach and Pine Nuts |
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Prep Time: 20 Minutes Cook Time: 24 Minutes |
Ready In: 44 Minutes Servings: 2 |
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From Cooking Light Ingredients:
1 tablespoon pine nuts |
1 teaspoon margarine |
1 garlic clove, minced |
1 3/4 cups water |
3/4 cup orzo pasta, uncooked |
1/8 teaspoon salt |
1 cup tightly packed chopped fresh spinach |
2 tablespoons grated parmesan cheese |
Directions:
1. Spread pine nuts in a shallow pan; bake at 350° for 5-10 minutes or until nuts are lightly toasted, stirring occasionally; set aside.
2. Melt margarine in a saucepan over medium heat.
3. Add in garlic; stir/saute 1 minute.
4. Add in water, orzo, and salt; bring to a boil.
5. Decrease heat to med-low; cook 13 minutes or until liquid is absorbed.
6. Stir in spinach, Parmesan cheese, and toasted pine nuts; season to taste and serve.
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