Ricotta Spinach Orzo (Printable Version)

Quick one-pan orzo with ricotta and fresh spinach, done in 20 minutes.

# Ingredients You'll Need:

→ Pasta

01 - 1 cup orzo pasta (about 240 g)

→ Veggies

02 - 2 garlic cloves, chopped
03 - A handful (60 g) of fresh baby spinach

→ Cheese

04 - 1 cup whole milk ricotta (250 g)
05 - A sprinkle (25 g) of grated Parmesan

→ Liquids

06 - 3 cups (720 ml) low-salt vegetable broth
07 - 2 teaspoons extra virgin olive oil

# Detailed Preparation Steps:

01 - Put the orzo in the broth and let it cook until it's just right, about 8 minutes, stirring now and then.
02 - Stir in the spinach and cook it until it's soft and limp.
03 - Take the pan off the heat. Stir the ricotta and Parmesan in until everything’s creamy.
04 - Warm olive oil in a big pan over medium heat. Toss in the garlic and let it sizzle for around a minute until it smells amazing.
05 - Pour the vegetable broth in the pan and bring it to a gentle bubble.
06 - Scoop it out right away. Add more Parmesan on top if you like.

# Helpful Tips:

01 - Make your own veggie broth if you want richer taste.
02 - Try adding red pepper flakes if you like a tiny kick.

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