SPINACH ORZO

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

Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Entree

Time 37m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 teaspoons margarine
2 garlic cloves, finely chopped
1 small carrot, coarsely shredded (1/2 cup)
1 carton (32 oz) Progresso™ chicken broth (4 cups)
2 cups uncooked orzo or rosamarina pasta (12 ounces)
3 cups thinly sliced fresh spinach
3 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese
1 tablespoon chopped fresh basil leaves or 1 teaspoon dried basil leaves
Salt and pepper to taste

Steps:

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

Nutrition Facts : Calories 160, Carbohydrate 27 g, Cholesterol 0 mg, Fat 1/2, Fiber 2 g, Protein 8 g, SaturatedFat 1 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 400 mg

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