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Creamy Orzo with Roasted Butternut Squash & Spinach

Creamy Orzo with Roasted Butternut Squash & Spinach
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Ingredients

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  • 1 small butternut squash (about 3 cups), peeled and diced
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 1½ cups orzo pasta
  • 3 cups vegetable broth
  • 2 tbsp butter
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • ¼ cup heavy cream
  • 2 cups baby spinach, roughly chopped
  • Instructions:

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Toss the diced butternut squash with olive oil, salt, and pepper. Spread on a baking sheet and roast for 20-25 minutes until tender.
  2. In a large skillet, melt the butter over medium heat. Sauté garlic for one minute until fragrant. Add orzo pasta and toast for 2-3 minutes until lightly golden.
  3. Pour in vegetable broth, bring to a simmer, then reduce heat to medium-low. Cook for 10-15 minutes until al dente.
  4. Stir in roasted butternut squash, baby spinach, heavy cream, and Parmesan cheese. Cook until spinach wilts, then season with salt and pepper before serving.
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