# What You'll Need:
→ Main Ingredients
01 - 1 cup orzo pasta
02 - 1 tablespoon olive oil
03 - 2 cloves garlic, minced
04 - 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
05 - 2 cups fresh spinach leaves, chopped
06 - 1 1/4 cups low-sodium vegetable broth
07 - 1/2 cup heavy cream
08 - 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
09 - 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
10 - 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
# Directions:
01 - Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add minced garlic and cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
02 - Add halved cherry tomatoes to the skillet and sauté for 2–3 minutes until softened.
03 - Stir in orzo pasta. Pour in vegetable broth and season with salt and black pepper. Mix well.
04 - Reduce heat to low, cover, and let orzo simmer for 8–10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until most liquid is absorbed.
05 - Stir in heavy cream and chopped spinach. Continue cooking for 3–4 minutes until spinach wilts and sauce thickens.
06 - Remove skillet from heat and fold in grated Parmesan cheese until fully melted and combined.
07 - Taste and adjust seasoning as needed. Serve hot, garnished with additional Parmesan if desired.
