- 1 (14.5 oz) can Dei Fratelli Low Sodium Diced Tomatoes, drained
- 2 Tbsp Sweet onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 small Zucchini, chopped
- 2 Tbsp Olive oil
- 1 Cup Whole wheat orzo
- 2 Cups Broth, low sodium
- 1 Cup Low fat milk
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- 1 Cup Frozen spinach, chopped, thawed and liquid squeezed out
- 1/2 Cup Fresh basil, chopped
- 1/3 Cup Parmesan cheese, freshly grated
- Salt to taste
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Preparation:
In a 3 quart sauce pan, saute first 4 ingredients over medium low
heat until tender, but zucchini still firm, about 3 minutes. Add
orzo, broth, and milk; cook over medium-high heat and bring to just
boiling. Reduce to medium-low heat and simmer about 12 minutes,
stirring often, until liquid is mostly absorbed. Stir in spinach,
tomato, and basil; stir and simmer over low 5 minutes. Stir in
parmesan cheese last. Remove from heat, cover, and let rest 5
minutes. Salt to taste.
Serves 4.
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