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Mushroom & Spinach Orzo

A creamy one-pot orzo pasta with sautéed mushrooms, fresh spinach, and Parmesan. Comforting, flavorful, and ready in under 30 minutes.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 bowls
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Italian-Inspired
Calories: 410
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1.5 cups orzo pasta
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 tbsp butter
  • 1 small onion finely chopped
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • 8 oz mushrooms sliced
  • 3 cups fresh spinach roughly chopped
  • 3 cups vegetable broth warm
  • 0.5 cup Parmesan cheese grated
  • 0.25 cup heavy cream optional
  • Salt and black pepper to taste
  • Fresh parsley for garnish

Equipment

  • Large skillet or pan
  • Wooden spoon
  • Measuring cups

Method
 

  1. Heat olive oil and butter in a skillet. Sauté onion until translucent, then add garlic.
  2. Add mushrooms and cook until browned and tender.
  3. Stir in orzo and toast for 1–2 minutes.
  4. Pour in broth and simmer until orzo is tender and most liquid absorbed.
  5. Add spinach, Parmesan, and cream. Stir until creamy and season to taste.
  6. Serve warm with extra Parmesan and parsley.

Notes

For extra flavor, add lemon zest or a splash of white wine while cooking.