Spinach and Parmesan Orzo

This creamy orzo dish is a wonderful side or light main dish, and it's sure to be a hit with the entire family!

Ingredients Needed:

• 1 cup orzo pasta
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 onion, diced
• 1 tablespoon all-purpose flour
• 1 cup milk
• 1 1/2 cups spinach, roughly chopped
• 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
• Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste

How to Make It:

• In a large pot of boiling salted water, cook pasta according to package instructions; drain well.
• Heat olive oil in a saucepan over medium heat. Add garlic and onion, and cook, stirring frequently, until onions have become translucent, about 2-3 minutes.
• Whisk in flour until lightly browned, about 1 minute. Gradually whisk in milk, and cook, whisking constantly, until slightly thickened, about 3-4 minutes.
• Add spinach and cook until wilted, about 2-3 minutes. Stir in Parmesan until melted, about 1 minute. Add orzo and gently toss to combine; season with salt and pepper, to taste.
• Serve immediately.

 source: damndelicious.net