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Spinach Orzo

Spinach Orzo

So-good-for-you orzo, flavored with spinach, carrot, basil and Parmesan, is just the right mix for a tasty dinner fix!

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RECIPE RATING - 2 REVIEWS

Taste:
 9
Easy to Prepare:
10
Kid Appeal:
 7
Overall:
 9
 

 
 

Ingredients

2 teaspoons margarine
2 garlic cloves, finely chopped
1 small Green Giant® Fresh carrot, coarsely shredded (1/2 cup)
4 cups fat-free chicken broth
2 cups uncooked orzo or rosamarina pasta (12 ounces)
3 cups thinly sliced Green Giant® Fresh spinach
3 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese
1 tablespoon chopped fresh basil leaves or 1 teaspoon dried basil leaves
Salt and pepper to taste

Preparation Directions

1. Melt margarine in 3-quart saucepan over medium heat. Cook garlic and carrot in margarine about 2 minutes, stirring occasionally, until carrot is tender.

2. Stir in broth, pasta and spinach. Heat to boiling; reduce heat. Cover and simmer 15 to 20 minutes, stirring occasionally, until broth is absorbed. Stir in remaining ingredients before serving.

NUTRITIONAL INFORMATION
1 Serving: Calories 160 (Calories from Fat 25)

Total Fat 3g
Saturated Fat 1g
Cholesterol 0mg
Sodium 400mg
Total Carbohydrate 27g
Dietary Fiber 2g
Protein 8g

% Daily Value: Vitamin A 22%; Vitamin C 2%; Calcium 4%; Iron 10%

Diet Exchanges: 1 Starch; 2 Vegetable; 1/2 Fat
 
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