Ingredients:
8 oz orzo pasta
1 tablespoon olive oil
8 oz mushrooms, sliced
3 cloves garlic, minced
4 cups baby spinach
1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
Salt and black pepper, to taste
Red pepper flakes, for garnish optional
Fresh parsley, chopped, for garnish optional
Directions:
- Cook the orzo pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the sliced mushrooms and cook until they begin to brown, about 5-7 minutes.
- Add the minced garlic to the skillet and cook for an additional 1-2 minutes, until fragrant.
- Stir in the baby spinach and cook until wilted, about 2-3 minutes.
- Add the cooked orzo pasta to the skillet and toss to combine with the mushrooms and spinach.
- Remove the skillet from heat and sprinkle the grated Parmesan cheese over the orzo mixture. Season with salt and black pepper to taste.
- Garnish with red pepper flakes and chopped fresh parsley, if desired, before serving.