Sausage Orzo (Print Version)
# Ingredients:
01 -
16 oz Italian sausage.
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1/2 medium onion, chopped.
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3-4 cloves garlic, minced.
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1/2 tsp crushed red pepper flakes (optional).
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1 cup uncooked orzo pasta.
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2 cups chicken broth.
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1 cup heavy cream.
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1/2 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese.
09 -
2 cups fresh baby spinach, packed.
10 -
Salt and pepper to taste.
# Instructions:
01 -
Cook sausage in pot over medium-high heat 5 minutes.
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Add onions, cook 5 more minutes.
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Add garlic, pepper flakes, orzo, cook 30 seconds.
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Pour in broth and cream.
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Reduce heat and simmer 10 minutes, stirring often.
06 -
Remove from heat.
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Stir in Parmesan and spinach.
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Cover and let rest 3-5 minutes.
09 -
Season with salt and pepper.
# Notes:
01 -
One-pot meal ready in 30 minutes.
02 -
Stir frequently to prevent orzo from sticking.
03 -
Can adjust spice level with pepper flakes.