Spinach Orzo

Photo: flickr user gesika22

Ingredients

10 ounces Fresh spinach, stems removed

2 tablespoons Olive oil

3 Cloves garlic, thinly sliced

teaspoon Salt

2 cans Vegetable broth, (29 oz. in all)

3 cups Water

cup Orzo, (rice shaped pasta)]

Preparation

Rinse spinach leaves well with cold water and toss in colander to remove all but the water that clings to the leaves; set spinach aside.

In large skillet, heat oil over-medium heat. Add garlic and cook just until it begins to turn golden. Add drained spinach and the salt; cook, stirring occasionally, until spinach wilts. Remove from heat and set aside.

In 4-quart saucepan, heat broth and water to boiling over high heat. Add orzo; return to boiling and cook until tender-about 10 minutes.

Meanwhile, in food processor fitted with chopping blade or in blender, process spinach mixture until finely chopped. Drain orzo; place in large serving bowl. Stir in spinach mixture until well combined and serve.

NOTES : Serve this simple saute as an accompaniment to raosted poultry or broiled seafood.