Orzo with Spinach and Asiago Cheese

ilenek's Note:

A good alternative to rice, and a nice side dish, especially with chicken or fish.

• Total Time: 25 mins
• Prep Time: 15 mins
• Cook Time: 10 mins

Ingredients:

Servings: 4

• ¾ cup orzo pasta
• 2 teaspoons olive oil
• 1 small onion , chopped
• 1 small celery rib , chopped
• 1 clove garlic , minced
• 1 cup spinach leaves , cleaned,packed,and chopped
• ¼ cup reduced-sodium chicken broth
• ½ tablespoon red wine vinegar
• ¼ cup asiago cheese , grated
• fresh ground pepper

Directions:

1. Cook the orzo according to package directions.
2. Meanwhile, heat a nonstick saucepan.
3. Add the olive oil, then add the onion, celery, and garlic.
4. Saute until softened, 3 to 4 minutes.
5. Stir in the spinach, half the broth, and the vinegar; cook, stirring frequently, until the liquid evaporates, 2 to 3 minutes longer.
6. Stir in the orzo, cheese, the remaining broth, and the pepper.

Reviews

[Tamaretta]

I thought this was very tasty! I ate it for my main dish, the rest of the family as a side. I agree with the previous poster that this barely makes 3 servings. I would double it next time! I also added pine nuts just because. Thanks for posting!

[Mrs. Hughes]

This was very good. I loved the spinach and pasta tastes mingled with the cheese. I used a mixture of Parmesan, Asiago, and Romano cheeses. The recipe claims to serve 4, but it's not even close to 4 servings. I'd say about 2 servings at most.