Description
Creamy Butternut Squash Orzo
Ingredients
1 small butternut squash, peeled and cubed
1 tbsp olive oil
1 tsp garlic powder
1 tsp dried thyme
Salt & pepper, to taste
1 ½ cups orzo pasta
2 cups vegetable broth
1 cup fresh spinach
½ cup grated Parmesan cheese (or a vegan alternative)
½ cup heavy cream (or coconut cream for a dairy-free option)
Fresh thyme for garnish
Directions
Roast the Squash
Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Toss butternut squash with olive oil, garlic powder, dried thyme, salt, and pepper. Spread on a baking sheet and roast for 20-25 minutes until golden and tender.
Cook the Orzo
In a large pan, cook orzo with vegetable broth over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until tender (about 10-12 minutes). Add more broth if needed.
Make it Creamy
Once orzo is cooked, stir in heavy cream, Parmesan cheese, and spinach. Cook until spinach wilts and the sauce thickens.
Assemble
Fold in the roasted butternut squash and gently combine. Garnish with fresh thyme and extra Parmesan if desired.
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 25 minutes
Total Time: 35 minutes
Servings: 4
Calories: 350 kcal per serving
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